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Pistachio Muffins

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Pistachio Muffins are moist, fluffy, and filled with rich nutty flavor. Topped with crunchy pistachios and boasting a beautiful green hue, these bakery-style muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (plus extra for topping)
  • Green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, pudding mix, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, oil, and extract of choice. Pour into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in chopped pistachios and optional food coloring for a vibrant look.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Sprinkle with extra pistachios.
  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • Add coarse sugar on top before baking for a bakery-style finish.
  • For a glaze, drizzle cooled muffins with powdered sugar and milk mixture.
  • Lightly toast pistachios for a deeper nutty flavor.

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Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/pistachio-muffins/