Description
Enjoy a bright start to your day with these Zesty Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Muffins. This recipe combines the refreshing tang of lemon with the sweetness of blueberries for a delightful and energizing treat. Perfect for busy mornings, these homemade muffins are easy to make and offer a nutritious option.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the lemon zest, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are acceptable.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each muffin.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For whole grain goodness, substitute some all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- Consider coconut sugar or honey as alternatives to granulated sugar.
- Thawed frozen blueberries can be used if fresh blueberries are unavailable.
- Pair muffins with fresh fruit or yogurt for a balanced meal.
- A cup of coffee or iced tea complements the zesty flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin