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Vegan Mini Rose Pistachio Cupcakes

Vegan Mini Rose Pistachio Cupcakes for Delightful Celebrations

Delight in these Vegan Mini Rose Pistachio Cupcakes, a fabulous blend of flavors perfect for celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Use fresh for best results
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable or coconut oil if desired
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract preferred
  • 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Coconut sugar is a less refined alternative
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Can omit for a salt-free version
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blends also work well
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 2 drops Vegan Green Food Dye Optional for tinting batter
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachio Kernels Can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter Can substitute with coconut oil or store-bought vegan butter
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Agave syrup can be a less refined alternative
  • 1 tbsp Rose Water Can reduce with vanilla extract or extra lemon juice
  • 1 drop Vegan Red Food Dye Adjust for desired color
  • a few Dried Rose Buds Optional for decoration

Equipment

  • mini cupcake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 340ºF (170ºC) and line your mini cupcake pan with colorful liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine soy milk and lemon juice, stirring well; let sit for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add olive oil, vanilla extract, sugar, and sea salt to the curdled mixture and whisk until smooth.
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda into the wet mixture; gently fold in the dry ingredients.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter and bake for 12.5 minutes at 340ºF, then reduce to 320ºF for another 12.5 minutes.
  6. Cream vegan butter until fluffy and gradually mix in powdered sugar until crumbly.
  7. Add lemon juice, rose water, and optional dye to the butter mixture and whisk until smooth.
  8. Let cupcakes cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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