Smores Cinnamon Pretzel Muffin (Print Version)
Sweet loaf with chocolate, marshmallow, cinnamon and pretzel crunch. Wonderful for breakfast, dessert or snacks.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 cup whole milk
10 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
11 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins & Toppings
12 - 1 cup mini marshmallows, plus extra for topping
13 - 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
14 - 1 cup crushed pretzels, divided
15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 - 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
17 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
05 - Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, semisweet chocolate chips, and 2/3 cup of the crushed pretzels.
06 - Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
07 - In a small bowl, blend melted butter, light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and remaining 1/3 cup crushed pretzels. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
08 - Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with a few moist crumbs. Avoid marshmallow pockets during the test.
09 - During the last 10 minutes of baking, gently press additional mini marshmallows and a few chocolate chips onto the top if desired.
10 - Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Smores flavor in easy loaf form
- Crunchy, gooey, salty, and sweet in each bite
02 -
- This bread contains wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, and gelatin (in marshmallows). Check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
- Store loaf in an airtight container for up to 3 days to prevent drying out.
03 -
- Drizzle with melted chocolate after baking for extra gooeyness.
- Switch to dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.