Ingredients

• 1-1/3  cups finely crushed graham crackers
• 1-1/4  cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2  cup sugar
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4  teaspoon baking soda
• 1  egg, beaten
• 1  cup milk
• 1/3  cup cooking oil
• 1/2  cup chopped pecans
•   Pecan pieces

Directions

1. Grease 16 muffin cups or line with paper bake cups; set aside.

2. In a medium mixing bowl combine graham crackers, flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.

3. In a bowl combine egg, milk, and oil. Add all at once to dry ingredients. Stir just until moistened. Stir in chopped nuts.

4. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full. Place a pecan piece atop each. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden. Remove from cups. Makes 16.

Make-Ahead Tip: Store batter tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Stir batter; fill muffin cups as above. Bake muffins about 20 minutes.