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Lemon Muffins Recipe

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Soft, fluffy lemon muffins bursting with fresh citrus flavor and topped with a simple lemon glaze. Bright, bakery-style muffins perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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  • Lemon Muffins:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1/2 cup milk or yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Lemon Glaze (optional):
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • 2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • 3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  • 4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
  • 5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • 6. Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • 7. Cool muffins slightly.
  • 8. Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice to make glaze.
  • 9. Drizzle glaze over warm or cooled muffins if desired.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter for tender muffins.
  • Add blueberries or poppy seeds for variation.
  • Muffins keep well for 2–3 days in an airtight container.

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Keywords: lemon muffins, lemon breakfast muffins, citrus muffins

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