Here’s a delicious recipe for Pistachio Crunch Muffins, combining the nutty flavor of pistachios with a delightful crunch:
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
For the Crunch Topping:
- 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with cooking spray.
Step 2: Make the Muffin Batter
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk until smooth.
- Combine the mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined (avoid overmixing). Fold in the chopped pistachios.
Step 3: Make the Crunch Topping
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add the cubed cold butter and mix with your fingers or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 4: Fill the Muffin Tin
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the crunch topping evenly over each muffin, pressing it slightly into the batter.
Step 5: Bake the Muffins
- Bake the muffins for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For extra pistachio flavor, you can substitute part of the all-purpose flour with pistachio flour (made by grinding pistachios).
- Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy these crunchy, nutty muffins with your favorite beverage!
Enjoy your Pistachio Crunch Muffins—perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert!