Save A whimsical fusion of classic campfire smores, spicy jalapeños, and cheesy biscuit muffins&sweet, spicy, gooey, and savory in every bite.
I was inspired by my love of smores and cheesy biscuits to create these playful jalapeño muffin mashups. The combination of gooey marshmallows, spicy peppers, and crunchy graham cracker bits makes each bite truly addictive.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Cheesy & Savory Mix: 1 cup (110 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 2 medium jalapeños (seeded and finely diced), 1/2 cup (120 ml) mini marshmallows, 1/2 cup (50 g) crushed graham crackers
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter (cold and cubed), 2 large eggs, 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Topping: 1/4 cup (30 g) mini chocolate chips, 1/4 cup (25 g) mini marshmallows, 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Incorporate Butter:
- Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Cheesy & Savory Mix:
- Stir in cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Make Batter:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
- Fill Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle each muffin with mini chocolate chips, extra marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers.
- Bake:
- Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve:
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further. Serve warm for gooey smores effect.
Save My family couldn't stop reaching for seconds—the kids loved the gooey marshmallow centers, and the grown-ups were intrigued by the sweet-heat combo. Now, these muffins are a requested treat for cozy movie nights.
Required Tools
You'll need a 12-cup muffin tin, mixing bowls, a whisk, a pastry cutter or fork, and a wire rack to cool your muffins.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour), dairy (cheese, butter, milk), eggs, marshmallows (check for vegetarian or kosher), chocolate (may include soy, dairy), and gluten (graham crackers, flour).
Nutritional Information
Each muffin is about 220 calories with 10 g total fat, 27 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein estimated.
Save Try these muffins warm out of the oven for maximum gooeyness. They're sure to become a family favorite—sweet, cheesy, and perfectly spicy.
Common Questions
- → Can I use a different cheese for these muffins?
Yes, swap cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella for varied flavor and spice levels.
- → How do I adjust spiciness?
Leave some jalapeño seeds in or add more diced jalapeños for extra heat. Remove seeds for mildness.
- → Are these suitable for vegetarians?
They contain dairy and eggs; check marshmallow labels for vegetarian suitability as some include gelatin.
- → Can muffins be reheated?
Yes, gently reheat in a toaster oven for a gooey texture and fresh-from-the-oven flavor.
- → What gives these muffins their crunchy texture?
Crushed graham crackers added to the batter and sprinkled on top create a crunchy finish.
- → What can I serve with these muffins?
Pair with a drizzle of honey or a dab of butter for an enhanced sweet-savory bite.