Pistachio Muffins

Brighten up your mornings with these delightfully fluffy Pistachio Muffins, a perfect balance of nutty sweetness and subtle sophistication. Infused with the rich flavor of pistachio pudding mix and studded with bits of finely chopped pistachios, these muffins boast a unique flavor and texture that’ll elevate any breakfast or snack time. Their tender crumb comes from a perfectly balanced batter of melted butter, milk, and eggs, while a dash of vanilla and optional green food coloring lend a beautiful hue and aroma. Quick and easy to make in just 35 minutes, these bakery-style muffins are ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself. Serve them warm for a comforting indulgence or enjoy them at room temperature with a cup of coffee or tea.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cups milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 drops green food coloring (optional)
• 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
• 3.4 ounces pistachio instant pudding mix

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the optional green food coloring if desired.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure light and tender muffins.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped pistachios and pistachio pudding mix, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your delicious pistachio muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	895.3 grams (895.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3282

Total Fat 162.40g	208%
Saturated Fat 71.50g	358%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 641mg	214%
Sodium 3379mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 414.70g	151%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 226.90g
Protein 59.70g	119%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 379mg	29%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 1719mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 49.4%