Description
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes are an indulgent treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with crunchy pecans, all topped with a creamy frosting. Perfect for celebrations or cozy afternoons, these delightful cupcakes offer a luxurious taste experience that will leave your guests craving more. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they bring a modern twist to the classic flavors of pecan pie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy; add sugar and mix well. Beat in egg and vanilla until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped pecans.
- Fill cupcake liners three-quarters full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg