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Easy Bakery-Style Moist Pistachio Muffins

Close-up of four golden-brown pistachio muffins topped generously with bright green chopped pistachios.
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Bake incredibly moist and fluffy pistachio muffins that taste like they came from a professional bakery. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients to create tender, nutty treats perfect for breakfast or a quick 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, roughly chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup plain sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 cup pistachio pudding mix (instant)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup extra chopped pistachios for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (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, sugar, and instant pistachio pudding mix. Stir in the 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, sour cream or yogurt, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine for moist muffins.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Sprinkle the optional extra chopped pistachios over the tops.
  6. Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes. This initial high heat helps create the bakery-style dome.
  7. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) without opening the oven door. Continue baking for another 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can substitute the milk with buttermilk.
  • To achieve a bakery dome, ensure your oven is fully preheated to 400°F before placing the muffins in for the first 5 minutes of baking.
  • Use high-quality, unsalted pistachios for the best flavor in these nutty pistachio treats.

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