Description
Delight in these Irresistible Pistachio Muffins topped with a crunchy pistachio crumble. These moist, flavorful muffins combine toasted pistachios, buttery crumble, and a hint of vanilla to create a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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Muffin Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Butter (Melted and cooled)
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt (Enhances flavors)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Infuses aroma)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (Adds caramel flavor)
- 0.67 cup Granulated sugar (Sweetens and helps rise)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (Keeps muffins moist)
- 0.67 cup Buttermilk (Brings tenderness)
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (Ensures softness)
- 1 cup Pistachios (Toasted and chopped)
- 3 cups Flour (Gives structure)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder (Helps muffins rise)
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda (Enhances fluffiness)
Crumble Topping Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Flour (Backbone for crumbly topping)
- 0.67 cup Pistachios (Chopped for crunch)
- 0.33 teaspoon Kosher salt (Balances sweetness)
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar (Sweetens the topping)
- 0.25 cup Butter (Melted and unsalted)
Instructions
- Muffin Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, sour cream, kosher salt, vanilla extract, buttermilk, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the chopped pistachios, flour, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the muffins.
- Rest Batter: Allow the batter to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. This resting period helps improve the texture and rise of the muffins.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Using a large ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup with batter, leaving some space at the top to allow for rising during baking.
- Add Crumble Topping: Generously sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of the prepared pistachio crumble topping on each muffin to add texture and flavor.
- Bake Muffins: Bake the muffins initially at 200°C (400°F) for 5 minutes to jump-start the rise, then reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F), and continue baking for an additional 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Crumble Topping Preparation: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, chopped pistachios, and kosher salt until evenly combined. Pour in the melted unsalted butter and mix until the mixture forms a crumbly texture suitable for topping.
Notes
- Allow batter to rest at room temperature for best texture.
- Do not overmix the muffin batter to keep muffins tender.
- Toast pistachios beforehand to enhance flavor.
- The two-step baking temperature helps muffins rise perfectly.
- Use paper liners to easily remove muffins and keep the pan clean.
