Description
Delightfully fluffy muffins with a zesty lemon flavor and a crunchy crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crumb topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until just combined.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full with the batter.
- If using, sprinkle the crumb topping on each muffin.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg