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Lemon Blueberry Muffins

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These Lemon Blueberry Muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with zesty lemon and juicy blueberries. Topped with crunchy sugar, they’re perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 standard muffins or 6 jumbo muffins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
  • 2 cups (300 g) fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (turbinado or demerara) for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, lemon zest, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture to prevent sinking.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar.
  9. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Add poppy seeds for a lemon-poppy seed twist.
  • Use half whole wheat flour for a heartier version.
  • Top with a lemon glaze for extra citrus flavor.
  • Raspberries or blackberries can be used in place of or in addition to blueberries.
  • Great served warm with butter or honey.

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