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Pistachio Muffins

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and moist pistachio muffins with a delicate nutty flavor and lightly golden tops. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup finely ground pistachios
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin liners, filling about three quarters full.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Use unsalted pistachios for best flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months if needed.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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