Description
Flamin Hot Pretzel Cookie Muffins are a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy, featuring a crispy exterior that gives way to a soft, chewy interior. Each bite bursts with the unique flavor of Flamin’ Hot seasoning, complemented by the rich sweetness of cookie dough, creating an unforgettable taste experience.
Ingredients
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- For the Muffins:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, crushed
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels
- 2 tablespoons Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, crushed
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, crushed Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, and melted butter for the topping.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over each muffin.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make-ahead: The batter can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version or substitute coconut oil for butter for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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