Pistachio and strawberry cupcakes with frosting and chopped pistachios, showcasing Cupcake Jemma’s downloadable recipe.

Pistachio & Strawberry Cupcakes recipe

Pistachio sponge cupcakes dotted with freeze-dried strawberries, topped with a glossy strawberry Italian meringue and finished with a square of homemade pistachio nougat.

  • Difficulty
    4 out of 5
  • Prep: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook: 20 minutes
  • Servings: Makes 12 cupcakes
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Ingredients

CUPCAKES
125g self-raising flour
1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda
125g caster sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tbsp milk
25g pistachio paste
5g freeze-dried strawberry pieces

STRAWBERRY ITALIAN MERINGUE
100g egg whites
235g caster sugar
20g liquid glucose
80g water
2 1/2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder
Pink gel food colouring (optional)

NOUGAT
55g butter
200g caster sugar
60g evaporated milk
213g Marshmallow Fluff
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
70g pistachio paste
100g pistachios, roughly chopped

Chopped pistachios and freeze-dried strawberries for decoration

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Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and nutty flavors with our delicious Pistachio & Strawberry Cupcakes recipe. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are a true delight for your taste buds, featuring the rich, buttery taste of pistachios paired with the fresh, juicy sweetness of strawberries.

Our easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through each step of the baking process, from mixing the batter to decorating the cupcakes with a luscious strawberry buttercream frosting. With its mouthwatering aroma and irresistible taste, these cupcakes are sure to impress your friends and family at any gathering or special occasion.

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