Description
Easy lemon muffins are a simple and delicious treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. These muffins are light, fluffy, and packed with fresh lemon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, oil, egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light.
- For extra flavor, add a lemon glaze after baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: easy lemon muffins, quick muffins, lemon recipe