Save Colorful, festive muffins bursting with sweet funfetti sprinkles, a hint of soda flavor, crunchy pretzel bits, and a soft, monkey bread-inspired texture. Perfect for celebrations or a playful breakfast treat.
I first made these muffins for a weekend brunch, and everyone loved their bright sprinkles and surprising pretzel crunch. They quickly became a go-to treat whenever we wanted to add a playful touch to breakfast or celebrate something special.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Baking powder: 1 ½ teaspoons
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, melted and cooled: ½ cup (115 g)
- Lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite or 7-Up): ⅔ cup (160 ml)
- Large eggs, room temperature: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt: ½ cup (120 g)
- Rainbow sprinkles (funfetti): ½ cup (80 g)
- Small salted pretzel pieces (about 1-inch pieces): 1 cup (50 g)
- Melted butter (for topping): 2 tablespoons (28 g)
- Granulated sugar (for topping): 2 tablespoons (25 g)
- Ground cinnamon (for topping): ½ teaspoon
- Extra rainbow sprinkles (optional): For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare muffin tin:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, soda, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined.
- Add mix-ins:
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles and pretzel pieces, being careful not to overmix.
- Fill muffin cups:
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Prepare topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle or brush over the tops of each muffin. Sprinkle with extra rainbow sprinkles if desired.
- Bake:
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Save These muffins brought big smiles to our breakfast table, and my kids especially loved helping sprinkle rainbow colors on top. They're now a fun part of our family celebrations—bright, tasty, and a little bit quirky.
Required Tools
12-cup muffin tin, mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, rubber spatula, pastry brush (optional), wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). Pretzels and sprinkles may include soy, peanuts, or tree nuts. Always verify packaging if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Per muffin (approximate): 250 calories, 9 g fat, 38 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein.
Save The combination of soft muffin, sweet sprinkles, and salty pretzels will delight any crowd. Try them warm for the best flavor experience!
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use a different soda flavor?
Yes, ginger ale or other citrus sodas work well for subtle flavor changes. Adjust to your taste preference.
- → How do I prevent the sprinkles from bleeding?
Use high-quality baking sprinkles and fold gently into the batter. Avoid overmixing to preserve color.
- → Are there any dairy alternatives for sour cream?
Plain Greek yogurt is a great substitute. For non-dairy, try coconut yogurt or plant-based sour cream.
- → How should I store leftovers?
Keep muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days for best freshness.
- → Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free pretzels for similar texture.
- → What tools do I need for preparation?
A 12-cup muffin tin, mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, spatula, and a wire rack are recommended.