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EMERALD PISTACHIO ROSE BLISS CUPCAKES 🧁🌹 "A touch of luxury in every bite" Ingredients: For the Pistachio Cupcakes: 1½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup finely ground unsalted pistachios ¾ cup granulated sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs, room temperature ½ cup whole milk ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt 1½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp almond extract ¼ tsp salt A few drops of natural green food colouring For the Vanilla Buttercream: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk 1 tsp vanilla extract A pinch of salt For the Pistachio Drizzle: ½ cup smooth pistachio cream 1–2 tbsp warm milk or cream, as needed 1 tsp honey For Decoration: ¼ cup finely chopped roasted pistachios Whole pistachios for garnish Edible dried pink rose petals Fresh mint leaves Extra pistachio cream for drizzling Instructions: 1. Prepare the Cupcake Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tray with beautiful cupcake liners. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3–4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and almond extract. Add the Greek yogurt and mix until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix gently until just combined. Add a little green food colouring if desired. 2. Bake the Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool in the tray for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before decorating. 3. Make the Vanilla Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until pale and creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until fluffy. Add vanilla extract, salt, and heavy cream. Beat for another 3–4 minutes until smooth, light, and beautifully creamy. Transfer the buttercream into a piping bag fitted with a large star nozzle. 4. Prepare the Pistachio Drizzle: Place the pistachio cream in a small bowl. Add warm milk or cream a little at a time, stirring until it reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Add honey if desired for a subtle extra sweetness. 5. Decorate the Cupcakes: Once completely cooled, pipe generous swirls of vanilla buttercream onto each cupcake. Drizzle the pistachio cream gently over the buttercream, allowing some of it to flow naturally down the sides. Sprinkle generously with chopped roasted pistachios and add a few delicate edible rose petals. Finish with whole pistachios and a tiny fresh mint sprig for an elegant bakery-style presentation. Serving Suggestions: Serve these gorgeous cupcakes with: A cup of freshly brewed coffee Fragrant jasmine or green tea A chilled glass of milk Fresh strawberries or raspberries Tips: Use unsalted, shelled pistachios for the best flavour. Grind the pistachios finely but avoid turning them into pistachio butter. Never frost warm cupcakes, as the buttercream will melt. Use only food-grade edible rose petals. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and bring them to room temperature before serving. "A little emerald elegance, a touch of rose, and a whole lot of sweetness" Enjoy!🧁🌹