Lemon Drop Muffins
Brighten up your breakfast or snack time with these irresistibly tangy Lemon Drop Muffins! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor from both zest and juice, these soft and fluffy muffins are made tender with a combination of Greek yogurt and melted butter. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a glossy lemon glaze, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and citrusy. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy muffin recipe is ideal for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or an indulgent mid-day treat. Serve them warm for an extra burst of lemony goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 0.25 cups lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing each cup lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, lemon zest, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the muffins bake, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth.
Once the muffins are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
While the muffins are still slightly warm, drizzle the lemon glaze over the tops using a spoon or piping bag.
Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your bright and zesty Lemon Drop Muffins!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.3 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2361 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 478.3 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 280.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.2 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 908 mg | 19% | |
*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.
