Description
Pistachio White Chocolate Matcha Muffins offer a delightful balance of sweet, nutty, and earthy flavors. Infused with vibrant matcha green tea, creamy white chocolate, and crunchy toasted pistachios, these moist muffins bring a fresh burst of springtime flavor perfect for breakfast, tea time, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free version)
- 2 tablespoons high-quality matcha powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based milk for vegan version)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup chopped pistachios (unsalted or lightly salted)
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips (dairy-free white chocolate or carob chips for vegan version)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it. Chop pistachios and white chocolate chips if needed, and gather all ingredients for easy access.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), matcha powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined to ensure consistent flavor and rising.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Then add the milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent dense muffins.
- Add Pistachios and White Chocolate: Fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter for a balanced crunch and sweetness.
- Bake: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup approximately 3/4 full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-grade matcha powder for the best flavor and vibrant green color.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
- Gently toast pistachios before adding to enhance their flavor without burning.
- Use eggs and milk at room temperature for a smooth batter and even baking.
- Ensure oven temperature is accurate to bake muffins evenly and achieve a perfect dome.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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