Lemon Crumb Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these irresistibly soft and zesty Lemon Crumb Muffins! Bursting with fresh lemon juice and fragrant zest, these moist muffins are perfectly balanced with a tender buttermilk batter and crowned with a buttery, golden crumb topping for added texture and sweetness. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, they’re baked to perfection in under 25 minutes, making them a perfect go-to for busy weekdays or leisurely brunches. Each bite offers a delightful mix of tangy citrus flavor and melt-in-your-mouth crumbly goodness. Whether served warm with a dollop of butter or as a grab-and-go treat, these lemon muffins are guaranteed to bring a touch of sunshine to your table. Great for sharing, they stay fresh for up to three days, making them ideal for meal prep or entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar (for crumb topping)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for crumb topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or grease it lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.75 cups of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold the mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; lumps are okay.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

To make the crumb topping, mix the 0.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.25 cups of sugar in a small bowl. Stir in the 3 tablespoons of melted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over each muffin, pressing it lightly into the batter so it adheres.

Step 8

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy! These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(887.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2885.3

Total Fat 100.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 608.9mg	0%
Sodium 2359.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 456.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 217.6g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 170.8IU	0%
Calcium 265.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 702.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 62.5%