Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup ground pistachios
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp rosewater
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- Chopped pistachio nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar. Whisk well to combine all dry elements evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the plant-based milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, rosewater, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until well integrated.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and fold everything together carefully using a spatula. Mix just until you have a smooth, thick batter—do not overmix.
- Fill and Bake: Line a cupcake tray with paper liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Sprinkle some crushed pistachios on top for extra nuttiness and texture. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost: Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting or decorating however you like to preserve their soft texture.
Notes
- Use fresh ground pistachios to ensure maximum flavor and prevent a bitter aftertaste.
- Don’t skip the vinegar, as it reacts with baking soda to create an airy cupcake texture.
- Measure liquids carefully to keep the cupcakes moist without becoming greasy.
- Add rosewater gradually, starting with less and adjusting to taste to avoid overpowering floral notes.
- Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting and preserve appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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