Delicious Pistachio Cupcakes Recipe

These pistachio cupcakes are a delightful twist on traditional desserts, offering a unique flavor and vibrant green color. Made with ground pistachios and topped with a creamy frosting, they are perfect for any occasion.

This Pistachio Cupcakes Recipe is easy to follow and will impress your guests with its nutty flavor and moist texture. Enjoy these delightful treats as a sweet ending to your meal or as a special snack.

Easy Pistachio Cupcakes Recipe

These cupcakes are made with finely ground pistachios mixed into a light batter, resulting in a moist and flavorful dessert. The recipe yields about 12 cupcakes and takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground pistachios
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
1-2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, and milk until smooth and creamy.
Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, frost them with the prepared frosting and garnish with chopped pistachios if desired.