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Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Moist Lemon Blueberry Muffins for a Bright Breakfast Delight

These Moist Lemon Blueberry Muffins are a perfect breakfast treat, combining bright flavors with a zesty twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour
  • ½ cup Sugar Consider brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream can be used as an alternative
  • ⅓ cup Vegetable Oil May substitute with melted butter or applesauce
  • 2 large Eggs Flaxseed meal can replace for vegan option
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Avoid over-zesting
  • 1 cup Blueberries Replace with raspberries or blackberries if desired
For the Streusel Topping
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour Ensure even mix
  • ¼ cup Sugar Adjust based on preference
  • ¼ cup Butter Coconut oil can be used for dairy-free option
  • ¼ cup Oats Adjust quantity based on taste

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend Greek yogurt, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined.
  5. Prepare the streusel topping by mixing flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly; add oats for crunch.
  6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ⅔ full and sprinkle with streusel.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean; cool for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with different fruits and make a great meal prep option for busy mornings.

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