Description
Pistachio Muffins are moist, fluffy, and lightly sweetened muffins packed with nutty pistachio flavor, perfect for breakfast or a snack with a hint of green and a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, oil, milk, yogurt (or sour cream), and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chopped pistachios.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and sprinkle tops with extra pistachios.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Instant pistachio pudding mix adds flavor and color without food coloring.
- Yogurt or sour cream adds moisture and richness to the muffins.
- Top with a sprinkle of sugar before baking for a sweet crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg