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Pistachio Strawberry Cupcakes

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Tender and nutty cupcakes with a bright strawberry buttercream, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted pistachios, finely ground
  • 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, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
  • Optional: 1 drop green gel food coloring
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Optional: pinch of salt (for frosting)
  • Optional: fresh strawberry slices (for garnish)
  • Optional: pistachio crumbs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Grind the pistachios in a food processor until fine crumbs.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line muffin pans with cupcake liners.
  3. Whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 3/4 cup pistachio crumbs in a bowl.
  4. In a mixer, cream butter and sugar until well combined.
  5. Add egg whites, vanilla, almond extract, and sour cream; mix until combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients and milk; mix until just combined.
  7. If using, fold in food coloring.
  8. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 19 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool completely.
  10. For frosting, process freeze-dried strawberries into a powder.
  11. Beat softened butter, then add confectioners’ sugar, strawberry powder, heavy cream, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  12. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with remaining pistachio crumbs and fresh strawberry slices if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and rise. Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: cupcakes, pistachio, strawberry, dessert, spring flavors

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