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Bakery-Style Moist Pistachio Muffins: The Ultimate Fluffy & Nutty Recipe

Three vibrant green pistachio muffins topped with chopped nuts, sitting on a light plate.
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Bake unbelievably fluffy, moist pistachio muffins with perfect bakery domes using this easy, from-scratch recipe. These nutty treats are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios, finely chopped, plus extra for topping
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional, for deeper flavor)
  • 1/4 teaspoon green food coloring (optional, for vibrant color)
  • 1/4 cup instant pistachio pudding mix (optional, for extra moisture)
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar. Stir in the 1/2 cup of finely chopped pistachios and the optional pudding mix until combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg until lightly beaten. Add the milk, oil or melted butter, sour cream or yogurt, vanilla extract, almond extract, and green food coloring (if using). Mix until just combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to mix until the batter is just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and results in tough muffins.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Sprinkle the tops of the batter with the remaining chopped pistachios for the topping.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Then, without opening the oven door, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This temperature change helps achieve the perfect bakery dome.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these tender pistachio muffins!

Notes

  • For the best bakery-style dome, ensure your oven is fully preheated to 400°F before starting the bake.
  • If you want a richer pistachio flavor, use pistachio paste in place of some of the oil, or use pistachio-flavored milk if available.
  • These muffins pair wonderfully with your morning coffee or tea. See more of my baking inspiration on Pinterest.

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