Chili Garlic Funfetti Muffin Pops (Printable Version)

Savory bites packed with chili, garlic and sprinkles. Perfect for snacking, entertaining or playful gatherings.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
09 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tablespoons honey
11 - 2 teaspoons garlic, finely minced

→ Add-ins & Funfetti

12 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles (jimmies style, not nonpareils)
16 - 18 cake pop or lollipop sticks

# Preparation steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chili flakes in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, yogurt, honey, and minced garlic until smooth and uniform.
04 - Fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture using a spatula. Mix until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Gently stir in cheddar cheese, scallions, chopped parsley, and colorful sprinkles.
06 - Spoon the batter into prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Rest the muffins in the tin for 5 minutes. While still warm, carefully insert a cake pop or lollipop stick into the center of each muffin.
09 - Transfer muffin pops to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun bite-size treats for parties or kids
  • Vegetarian & easy to customize for dietary needs
02 -
  • Sprinkles must be jimmies style or colors may bleed in baking
  • You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
03 -
  • For a dairy-free version, use vegan cheese and yogurt
  • Let pops cool fully before serving to avoid soggy texture
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