Lemon Tea Muffins
Brighten up your teatime with these delightful Lemon Tea Muffins, a perfect blend of zesty citrus and delicate black tea flavors. These moist, fluffy muffins are infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, along with aromatic tea leaves, creating a sophisticated flavor profile that’s both refreshing and comforting. Topped with a sweet, tangy lemon glaze, they deliver a burst of citrus in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and easy-to-follow steps, these muffins are an ideal baked treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Serve them alongside your favorite cup of tea for a cozy yet elegant pairing that’s sure to impress. Perfect for lemon lovers, these muffins are a must-try for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black tea leaves or tea bags
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoons fresh 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 large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the lemon zest, allowing the butter to cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in the milk, lemon juice, and tea leaves (if using a tea bag, cut it open and use the loose tea).
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing as it can lead to dense muffins.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the muffins are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a few drops of water or lemon juice; if it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins and let set for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Lemon Tea Muffins with a hot cup of your favorite tea and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 1689 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 413.0 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 689 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.
