sweet potato muffins

How To Make sweet potato muffins

• Step 1
  Place oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease muffin tin or use cupcake liners.
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  Step 2
  In mixing bowl, combine butter and sugar; beat until light and fluffy.
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  Step 3
  Add eggs and beat well.
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  Step 4
  Add sweet potatoes and mix well; clean off beaters and switch to wooden spoon.
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  Step 5
  In a small bowl, combine flour and soda; add to creamed mixture (add pecan pieces now, if using), stirring just enough to moisten dry ingredients.
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  Step 6
  Fill muffin tins and sprinkle with sparkling sugar, if using.
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  Step 7
  Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes.
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  Step 8
  Remove from oven and run a knife around each muffin to loosen from pan.
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  Step 9
  Serve hot, warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container. Freezes well.
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