Lemony Zest Sour Cream Muffins
Brighten your mornings with these irresistibly fluffy Lemony Zest Sour Cream Muffins, a delightful combination of tangy citrus and rich, creamy texture. Infused with the fresh zest and juice of lemons, these muffins offer a burst of sunshine in every bite, perfectly balanced by the lush creaminess of sour cream. With a quick 15-minute prep and a moist, tender crumb courtesy of a melt-in-your-mouth butter base, these muffins are a breeze to whip up. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack, they’re as versatile as they are delicious. Serve them warm for an extra cozy treat or enjoy them at room temperature. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this recipe is a must-try for every lemon lover and muffin enthusiast alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 0.75 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sour cream, eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared 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 of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.0 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.2 g | 441% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 724 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 2410 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 358.4 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.8 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 434 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*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.
