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Lemon Curd Muffins

Zesty Lemon Curd Muffins with Crunchy Streusel Delight

Delightful Lemon Curd Muffins combining zesty flavors and a crunchy streusel, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Essential for that zesty flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Finely grated
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream is a great substitute
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Fresh and dry
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Cold for crispy texture
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can swap for a sugar alternative
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best results

Equipment

  • oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Fork or pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Lemon Curd (if homemade): Whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a heatproof bowl over simmering water for about 10 minutes. Stir in unsalted butter until melted and cool in the refrigerator.
  2. Prepare the Streusel Topping: Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and cold unsalted butter in a bowl; mix until crumbly and chill.
  3. Mix the Muffin Batter: Beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and lemon juice; blend until combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold into wet mixture until no dry flour remains; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fill Muffin Tins: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin tin and fill cups with batter. Add a dollop of lemon curd and top with streusel.
  6. Bake: Bake for 25-26 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Glaze & Serve: Cool muffins, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for glaze, and drizzle over muffins before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and store muffins properly to maintain freshness.

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