Fresh Lemon Muffins
Bursting with citrusy brightness, these *Fresh Lemon Muffins* are the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or dessert. Made with freshly grated lemon zest and a hint of creamy vanilla, these tender muffins are baked to golden perfection and topped with a drizzle of zesty lemon glaze for an extra burst of flavor. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a light, fluffy texture, they’re a simple yet elegant way to satisfy your lemon cravings. Perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, these homemade lemon muffins are guaranteed to brighten your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add the melted butter to the wet mixture while whisking continuously.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two additions, gently folding them together with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Evenly distribute the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
While the muffins are baking, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the muffins are cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the tops. Allow the glaze to set for 10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your fresh lemon muffins with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2282 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 473.2 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 280.2 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 690 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
