Pistachio Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting

Name: Pistachio Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 15
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted shelled pistachios(out of shell); 1 and 3/4 cups (207g) cake flour* (spooned & leveled); 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 3 large egg whites, at room temperature; 2teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon pure almond extract; 1/2 cup (120g) full-fat sour cream at room temperature*; 1/2 cup (120ml)whole milk at room temperature*; optional: 1 tiny drop green food coloring*; Strawberry Frosting:; 1 cup (about 25g) freeze-dried strawberries; 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 4 cups (480g) confectioners’ sugar; 3Tablespoons (45ml)heavy cream; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; salt, to taste; optional for garnish:fresh strawberry slices

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

45m

This Pistachio Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting recipe features a rich, moist pistachio cupcake topped with a vibrant, sweet strawberry frosting. The cupcakes are made with ground pistachios, cake flour, and a touch of almond extract. The frosting is made with freeze-dried strawberries, making it extra flavorful and colorful.

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