Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

all-purpose flour

1.5 tsp

baking powder

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.5 tsp

salt

2 cup

sugar

0.63 cup

extra virgin olive oil

2 unit

eggs

0.25 cup

Greek yogurt

0.25 cup

pine nuts

toasted

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and line a 6-cup muffin pan with paper liners.

Step 2
~3 min

Toast pine nuts in a small frying pan over medium heat until light golden brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Set aside.

Step 3
~3 min

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, olive oil, eggs, and Greek yogurt.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 5
~3 min

Whisk together until smooth.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the dry ingredients and toasted pine nuts to the wet ingredients.

Step 7
~3 min

Gently mix until fully incorporated.

Step 8
~3 min

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin liners.

Step 9
~3 min

Scatter a few toasted pine nuts on top of each muffin, gently pressing them into place.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake for 20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11
~3 min

Let the muffins cool briefly in the pan before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Step 12
~3 min

To serve, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality olive oil for best flavor.

Don't overmix the batter for a tender muffin.

Cool completely before dusting with confectioners' sugar to prevent melting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of honey.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit
Coffee or tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Olive oil is a staple in Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch
Snack

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Holiday Breakfast

Popularity Score

65/100

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