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Pistachio Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream

Pistachio Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream
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Indulge in these exquisite Pistachio Cupcakes topped with luscious Strawberry Buttercream, perfect for any celebration or a delightful treat for yourself. The unique blend of nutty pistachios and creamy strawberry frosting creates a flavor sensation that will captivate your taste buds. These cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also light and fluffy, making them an irresistible addition to birthday parties, weddings, or casual get-togethers. With straightforward ingredients and easy steps, even novice bakers can master this recipe. Elevate your dessert game with these delightful treats that promise to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted pistachios
  • 1 and 3/4 cups cake flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • optional: 1 tiny drop green gel food coloring
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for buttercream)
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for buttercream)
  • optional, to taste: pinch of salt
  • optional: fresh strawberry slices; pistachio crumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until smooth. Add egg whites, vanilla extract, almond extract, and sour cream; mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients followed by whole milk until just combined.
  6. Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 19–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely before frosting with strawberry buttercream made from blended freeze-dried strawberries, butter, confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla.

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