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Luscious Pistachio Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Delicate pistachio cupcakes topped with smooth vanilla buttercream frosting for a perfect balance of nutty and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Once cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread frosting on top. Garnish with crushed pistachios if desired.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Trusted Blog