Lemon Muffins

Lemon Muffins

Bright, tender muffins bursting with tart lemon flavor and a delicate crumb, perfect for breakfast or a light snack.

⏱ 30 minServes 12American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper cups.
  2. 2Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl.
  3. 3Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs one at a time.
  4. 4Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  5. 5Fold in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. 6Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. 7Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. 8Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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