Smores Caramel Apple Cinnamon (Print)
Enjoy delightful cinnamon apple bites with gooey smores and caramel. Great for breakfast or sweet snacking.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 cup milk
08 - 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Apple Mixture
10 - 1 medium tart apple, peeled and finely diced
11 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Smores & Caramel Filling
13 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
14 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
15 - 6 soft caramels, cut into small pieces
16 - 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
→ Topping
17 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
18 - 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
19 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
20 - 2 tablespoons mini marshmallows
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a mini muffin tin or line with mini muffin papers.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the diced apple, brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Set aside.
03 - Whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Fold apple mixture, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, caramel pieces, and graham cracker crumbs into the batter.
07 - Use a spoon to evenly distribute the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each well about three-quarters full.
08 - Bake at 350°F for 14–16 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - Remove from oven and allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
10 - While muffins are still warm, brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs. Add mini chocolate chips and mini marshmallows if desired.
11 - Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fun mashup of favorite desserts and breakfast flavors
- Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a snack
02 -
- Contains wheat, milk, eggs, soy, and may contain nuts.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
03 -
- For gooier centers, press extra caramel into muffin tops before baking.
- Try half whole wheat flour for extra fiber.