Lemon Muffins - 3 Recipes with Step-by-Step Photos

Content

1 Classic Lemon Muffins
- 1.1 Ingredients
- 1.2 Preparation
2 Kefir muffins with lemon zest
- 2.1 Step-by-step recipe
3 Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, Andy Chef's Recipe
- 3.1 Step-by-step recipe
4 Video: Lemon Curd Muffins by Julia Small

Lemon muffins are a delicious and aromatic treat that's sure to please both adults and children. Today, I'll tell you how to make these classic muffins, as well as show you various variations. In this collection, you'll find recipes for muffins with lemon curd and buttercream, poppy seed frosting, and ways to make the most delicate kefir and butter muffins.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Classic Lemon Muffins

I'm sharing a recipe for amazing, airy, and delicious muffins. The key feature of these baked goods is their vibrant lemon flavor and aroma. These muffins are very tender and soft, and they stay fresh for a long time. They can be enjoyed as a dessert with tea at home, or taken on the go as a delicious snack. Mixing the dough doesn't take much time or effort. So, first, preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

Nutritional value per serving

422.2 kcal

Proteins: 5.2 g
Fats: 24.2 g
Carbohydrates: 45.8 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 40 min
Complexity:

A simple recipe.
Number of servings: 10

Ingredients

Servings

Flour

160 G
Sugar

150 G
Cornstarch

25 G
Egg C1

2 pcs
Lemon

1 pcs
Sunflower oil

60 ml
Baking powder

1 tsp
Soda

0.25 tsp

Preparation

Step 1

Break eggs (room temperature) into a deep bowl.

Step 2

Add salt and beat with a mixer for one minute. A mixer is not necessary; the dough will form just as easily with a whisk.

Step 3

Add sugar.

Step 4

Grate the zest of one lemon. Only the yellow part will be grated, as the white part will be bitter.

Step 5

Add to the dough. Mix.

Step 6

Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice out of each half.

Step 7

Pour in sunflower oil and stir.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, mix flour, starch, soda and baking powder.

Step 9

In two stages, sift the dry ingredients into the liquid mixture.

Step 10

Stir.

Step 11

Transfer the dough into the molds 2/3 full.

Step 12

Cook at 180 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

Step 13

Let the finished muffins cool and serve with tea!

Kefir muffins with lemon zest

Want to make delicious, moist lemon muffins? Then you'll love this recipe using kefir and butter. The dough is quick and easy to make, and you can even knead it without a mixer. Just make sure to take all the ingredients out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature ahead of time.

Ingredients

Eggs - 2 pcs.
Sugar - 150 g.
Butter - 60 g
Sunflower oil - 60 g
Kefir - 130 g
Flour - 250 g
Lemon juice - 30 g
Zest of 1 lemon
Soda - 1 tsp.
Salt - 1/3 tsp.
Vanilla - to taste
Currants - 150 g
Starch - 1 tbsp.

Cooking time: 40-60 minutes

Servings: 12-14 pcs.

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

In a deep bowl, combine butter, salt and sugar.

Step 2

First, grind with a spatula, then mix with a mixer to speed up the process.

Step 3

Pour in sunflower oil and stir.

Step 4

Add eggs one at a time to the mixture and mix well each time.

Step 5

Grate the zest, taking only the yellow part.

Step 6

Add lemon juice. Stir.

Step 7

Pour in the kefir. Mix well with a mixer.

Step 8

Mix flour, soda and vanilla separately.

Step 9

Sift the dry ingredients into the liquid mixture in two stages. Mix.

Step 10

If desired, you can add currants to the dough, after mixing them with starch.

Step 11

We'll bake in silicone molds. Fill them 2/3 full. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for about 25 minutes.

Step 12

Cool the finished muffins and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, Andy Chef's Recipe

Andy Chef's recipes are popular with millions of cooks. Today, I'll share one of them with you. Let's make the most delicate lemon poppyseed muffins. Below is a detailed recipe with step-by-step photos, so even a novice cook is sure to create perfect muffins for a holiday dinner or family tea party.

Ingredients

Flour - 160 g
Sugar - 230 g
Eggs - 170 g
Butter - 195 g
Lemon juice - 65 g
Zest of one lemon
Poppy seeds - 1 tbsp.
Baking powder - 4 g

Cooking time: 40-60 minutes

Servings: 15 pcs.

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

We measure out the required amount of ingredients.

Step 2

Add baking powder to the flour and mix.

Step 3

Pour sugar into a separate bowl.

Step 4

Add melted butter.

Step 5

Mix with a blender.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Gradually add them to the creamed sugar mixture. Beat with a blender.

Step 7

Gradually add dry ingredients. Mix.

Step 8

Add the zest and lemon juice. Stir.

Step 9

Add poppy seeds. Mix again.

Step 10

Place the finished dough in the refrigerator for 30-40 minutes.

Step 11

If using a metal pan without paper liners, grease them with butter and sprinkle with flour. Spread the batter in the pan, filling it 2/3 full. Bake at 160°C (325°F) for 25-30 minutes.

Step 12

Let the finished muffins cool, remove from the pan, and serve! They go great with tea, coffee, and milk.

Video: Lemon Curd Muffins by Julia Small

Want to make bright, fragrant, and delicious muffins that will lift your spirits and be a true highlight of your holiday table? Then you're sure to love this recipe.

Talented chef Yulia Small will explain and demonstrate in detail how to make muffins, as well as a delicious and light buttercream frosting. Plus, each cupcake will be filled with lemon curd. Ready to create a masterpiece? Then watch this video recipe.

Now you know how to make fragrant, tender, and delicious lemon muffins! Choose your favorite recipe and experiment. Share your impressions and successes in the comments.