Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins
These Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful combination of tangy lemon and rich cream cheese, creating a soft and moist muffin. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, they offer a refreshing twist to your regular muffin recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar (optional) and serve.
Notes
- For an extra lemony flavor, you can add a bit more lemon zest or juice.
- These muffins are best served the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- You can also add a glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice for an additional sweet touch.
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