Jumbo Bakery Style Pistachio Muffins Recipe
These Jumbo Bakery Style Pistachio Muffins are fluffy, moist, and packed with a delightful pistachio flavor thanks to instant pistachio pudding mix. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, these muffins combine the sweetness of sugar and almond extract with a tender crumb, creating bakery-quality muffins you can make at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 jumbo muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3.4 ounces instant pistachio pudding mix (instant variety)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons golden coarse sugar crystals (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your muffin tins by lining them with paper liners or generously spraying them with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, whole milk, eggs, almond extract, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil. Whisk the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy, ensuring the sugar starts to dissolve.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and instant pistachio pudding mix until evenly combined.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently to combine. It’s okay if there are a few small lumps or minor flour streaks; avoid overmixing to prevent the muffins from becoming flat and tough.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Using an ice cream scooper, fill each muffin liner almost to the top with batter. If desired, sprinkle the tops with golden coarse sugar crystals for a crunchy, sweet finish.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 19-22 minutes, or until the muffin tops feel springy to the touch. Insert a toothpick or tester into the center of a muffin—if it comes out clean, they are done.
- Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to enjoy the perfect texture and flavor.
Notes
- Nutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Using golden coarse sugar crystals adds a crunchy topping but is optional.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
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