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Freshly baked lemon muffins, one of them is cut in half to reveal the soft, fluffy interior. The muffins are golden brown with a moist and airy texture, and the bright lemon flavor is evident.

Lemon Muffins

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These moist and fragrant lemon muffins are perfect for a refreshing breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 213
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest from 2-3 lemons for fragrance and flavor
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder for leavening
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt enhances flavor
  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt or regular plain yogurt for moisture and tang
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice from 2-3 lemons for tartness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for added flavor
  • ½ cup olive oil adds moisture and richness
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients together
  • 1 egg yolk adds moisture and richness

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and lemon zest until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon sugar mixture, eggs, egg yolk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and olive oil.
  5. Add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Evenly divide the batter into the 12 muffin cups. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1MuffinCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 116mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 77IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These lemon muffins are wonderfully soft, fragrant, and made with healthy ingredients like yogurt and olive oil for a satisfying bite that’s perfect any time of day.

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