Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins
Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful treat that perfectly balances zesty citrus and creamy richness. These fluffy muffins, bursting with fresh lemon flavor, are ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With their golden tops and irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen, they promise to brighten any day. Easy to make and deliciously satisfying, these muffins will quickly become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with cooking spray or paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, cream cheese, milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother batter. - Feel free to substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat for a healthier option. - Add poppy seeds for extra texture.