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Lemon Muffins Recipe

Lemon Muffins Recipe
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4.5 from 22 reviews

These Lemon Muffins are a delightful treat with a burst of citrus flavor in every bite. Moist and tender, these bakery-style muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The zesty lemon glaze adds an extra touch of sweetness to these already delicious muffins.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: coarse sugar for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently mix until just combined.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake: Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired, then bake for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra lemon flavor, drizzle cooled muffins with a lemon glaze made of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
  • Muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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