Simple Fresh Figs Muffins with Cinnamon: A Beginner-Friendly Recipe
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If you’re searching for a delicious and easy-to-make treat, these Simple Fig Muffins with Cinnamon are the perfect choice!
Made with fresh figs, warm cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, these muffins are bursting with flavor in every bite.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is straightforward and beginner-friendly, ensuring success even if it’s your first time baking muffins.
Perfect for breakfast, a quick snack, or an afternoon tea, these muffins combine natural sweetness with a hint of spice for a cozy, homemade touch.
Plus, they’re a great way to use up ripe figs and enjoy their rich, juicy flavor. Let’s get baking! 🧁✨
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Ingredients For Healthy Fig and Pecan Muffins
The ingredients for making fresh fig and pecan muffins are simple yet packed with flavor, creating a muffin that’s both wholesome and irresistible.
💜Fresh figs are the star of this recipe, adding natural sweetness, moisture, and a unique fruity flavor to every bite.
✨You can also use dried figs if you do not have fresh figs on hand, simply rehydrate the figs in hot water prior to add to the muffin batter.
💜Pecans provide the perfect nutty crunch, balancing the softness of the figs with a delightful texture.
💜To bring it all together, you’ll need pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, eggs, oil, and baking powder, ensuring the muffins rise beautifully.
💜A touch of cinnamon adds warmth and depth, while a splash of vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor.
💜I like adding either honey or maple syrup to this recipe for extra sweetness and comfort to these figs muffins.
These ingredients work harmoniously to create figs muffins that are as delicious as they are easy to make!
How to Make Fig Muffins With Fresh Figs
Making these fresh figs muffins is easy as 1-2-3!
I included a step-by-step video to help assist you and you can also rely on the images below with explanations.
The combination of sweet figs and warm spices like cinnamon creates a comforting treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can whip up a batch of these bakery-style muffins in no time.
Follow along to learn how to make the most delicious fresh fig and honey muffins right in your own kitchen!
💜Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it
💜In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
💜In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, honey, oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
💜Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
💜Add the chopped figs and pecans to the batter.
💜Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
💜Add chopped pecans on top of the muffins (optional)
💜Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
💜Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Variations To These Figs Muffins
One of the best things about making fig muffins with fresh figs and pecans is how versatile the recipe can be!
You can get creative with flavors and textures to make these muffins uniquely yours.
💜For a hint of citrus, add a tablespoon of orange or lemon zest to the batter—it pairs beautifully with the sweetness of figs.
💜If you’re a chocolate lover, toss in a handful of dark chocolate chips for a decadent twist.
💜Prefer a heartier muffin? Swap out half the all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour to boost the fiber content. I also like adding chia seeds and hemp seeds to my muffins for an extra healthy snack!
💜You can also experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger to complement the warm cinnamon flavor.
💜Don’t have pecans? Walnuts or almonds are excellent substitutes that add the same satisfying crunch.
These variations make it easy to tailor your fig muffins to any taste preference while keeping them irresistibly delicious!
Storing Your Fresh Fig Muffins
Storing your fig muffins made with fresh figs and pecans properly is key to keeping them soft, moist, and delicious for days!
Once the muffins have cooled completely, place them in an airtight container at room temperature, where they’ll stay fresh for up to 2–3 days.
If you’d like to enjoy them for a longer period, pop the container into the fridge—this will keep them fresh for up to a week.
Whether you’re meal prepping or saving some for later, these storage tips will help you savor every bite of your delicious fig muffins!
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Can You Freeze Figs Muffins?
For even longer storage, freeze the muffins in a resealable freezer bag or wrap them individually in plastic wrap and foil to preserve their flavor and texture.
When you’re ready to enjoy, just thaw at room temperature or reheat in the microwave for a few seconds for that freshly-baked taste
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Easy Fresh Figs Muffins with Cinnamon: A Beginner-Friendly Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup milk milk alternatives works as well!
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh figs, chopped or ¾ cup dried figs, chopped and rehydrated in hot water
- ½ cup chopped pecans optional
Optional Topping
- ½ cup crushed pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, honey, oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Add the chopped figs and pecans to the batter and gently mix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Add chopped pecans on top (optional)
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Video
Notes
Allow the fig muffins to cool completely before storing. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2–3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze in a resealable bag for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen muffins at room temperature or warm them in the microwave for a freshly baked taste.
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