Orange Pistachio Olive Oil Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

INGREDIENTS

2 cups

all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp

baking powder

1/4

teasoon salt

1 cup

granulated sugar

2/3 cup

Olivari extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

orange zest

large eggs

1/2 cup

orange juice

3/4 cup

shelled pistachio nuts, finely chopped

8 oz

cream cheese, room temperature

2 oz

good quality white chocolate, chopped, melted and slightly cooled

1 tsp

pure vanilla extract

3 tsp

milk or cream

Approximately 2-3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted