Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible moistness of these Butterscotch Muffins, elevated with a crunchy brown sugar crumble topping! Made easy with pudding mix, this recipe yields a generous batch, perfect for a special breakfast, brunch, or delightful treat. The unique butterscotch flavor will become your new favorite. Forget boxed mixes – this from-scratch recipe is incredibly simple and delivers unbelievably delicious results. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 263.7 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping

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How to Make Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 instant butterscotch pudding mixes (3.4 oz each), 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup water, 2 large eggs, ½ cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about ⅔ full.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional), and 4 tablespoons melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle the brown sugar crumble topping evenly over the muffin batter.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

8g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping?

Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping?

Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping has approximately 263.7 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping?

The key ingredients for Butterscotch Muffins W Brown Sugar Topping are Flour, Sugar, Instant Butterscotch Pudding Mix, Instant Vanilla Pudding, Baking Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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