Pistachio Muffin Recipe
A fluffy, pistachio muffin recipe featuring moist, airy interiors and a nutty crunch from real pistachios. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shelled pistachios chopped (divided)
- ¾ cup milk dairy or nondairy
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
(Optional)
- Citrus zest lemon or orange
- Chocolate chips
- Cardamom or cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare – Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to heat fully. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease each cup to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, whisking well to distribute everything evenly. Stir in half of the chopped pistachios for added texture throughout the muffins.
- Blend Wet Ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture looks smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Wet & Dry Mixtures – Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and slowly pour in the wet mixture. Using a spatula, gently fold the batter just until no streaks of flour remain—be careful not to overmix.
- Fill Muffin Cups – Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle the remaining chopped pistachios on top for extra crunch and visual appeal.
- Bake & Check for Doneness – Place the muffin tin in the center of the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes. The muffins are ready when the tops turn golden, and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
- Cool & Enjoy – Remove the tray from the oven and allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Allergen Alert: Contains nuts and eggs.
- Make sure to choose unsalted pistachios if you prefer controlling the salt content.
- You can boost the color by adding a drop of green food coloring for a more dramatic presentation.