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Lemon Streusel Muffins Recipe

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These Lemon Streusel Muffins are delightfully fluffy with a tender crumb, bursting with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a sweet, buttery streusel. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins combine tangy lemon zest and juice with a crumbly streusel topping for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Lemon Muffins

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1–2 lemons)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or grease it thoroughly to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Prepare Streusel: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and brown sugar. Add cold butter pieces, then use your fingertips or a pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside or refrigerate.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center for the wet ingredients.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and fresh lemon juice together until fully combined.
  5. Combine Batter: Pour wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients. Add the lemon zest, then gently mix just until the dry ingredients are moistened. A few lumps are okay. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender and fluffy.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Evenly divide the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
  7. Add Streusel Topping: Sprinkle a generous amount of the prepared streusel topping evenly over each muffin.
  8. Bake Muffins: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean and muffin tops are golden brown.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. Enjoy your freshly baked Lemon Streusel Muffins!

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the most vibrant lemon flavor.
  • The streusel topping can be refrigerated while making the batter to keep the butter cold.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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