Green Pistachio Muffins (Printable Version)
Fluffy green pistachio muffins infused with vanilla and topped with chopped nuts, ideal for any time.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
02 - ½ cup shelled unsalted pistachios, finely ground
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
06 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - ½ cup whole milk
09 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
12 - ¼ teaspoon almond extract
13 - Green food coloring, a few drops
→ Topping
14 - ⅓ cup chopped pistachios
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, finely ground pistachios, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Whisk in milk, Greek yogurt, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Add green food coloring drop by drop if desired, mixing until you achieve a vibrant green hue.
05 - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle chopped pistachios generously over the top of each muffin.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
07 - Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The ground pistachios create natural moisture that keeps these muffins tender for days
- That subtle almond undertone makes people ask whats your secret ingredient
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- Overmixing creates tough muffins so stop as soon as you no longer see dry flour
- Room temperature ingredients combine more smoothly creating a better texture
03 -
- Toast your pistachios before grinding for an even deeper roasted flavor
- Sour cream works perfectly if you do not have Greek yogurt on hand