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Pistachio White Chocolate Matcha Muffins

Pistachio White Chocolate Matcha Muffins
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Pistachio White Chocolate Matcha Muffins combine nutty pistachios, creamy white chocolate, and earthy matcha powder to create moist, tender muffins with vibrant green hues and a delightful texture. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a sweet snack, these muffins are easy to prepare and sure to impress with their unique flavor profile and stunning appearance.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup milk or buttermilk

Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped pistachios
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined to distribute the matcha and leavening agents throughout the batter.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, which helps create a tender and moist muffin crumb.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Gently fold everything together to keep the batter airy and tender.
  6. Fold in pistachios and white chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips so they are evenly distributed without overmixing and toughening the batter.
  7. Fill muffin tins and bake: Divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely for the best texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh, good-quality matcha powder for vibrant color and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter—mix just until combined to keep muffins tender.
  • Chop pistachios uniformly for even distribution and a balanced bite.
  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother mixing and better aeration.
  • Check for doneness starting at 18 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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Keywords: pistachio, white chocolate, matcha, muffins, green tea, baked treat, breakfast muffins, snack, dessert

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