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Lemon Curd Muffins

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Lemon Curd Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the bright, tangy flavor of homemade lemon curd with a soft, fluffy muffin base. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert, these muffins are easy to make and sure to impress lemon lovers. Topped with a sweet glaze and a crumbly streusel topping, they not only taste great but also look beautiful on any table. Enjoy these zesty muffins fresh from the oven, or serve them with fruit for an extra burst of freshness.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 6 Tablespoons sugar
  • ¼ cup butter-cold and cut in pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter-melted
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter-room temperature
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Grated zest from 1 lemon
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 12 Tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lemon curd: Whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a double boiler until thickened. Stir in cold butter until melted. Cool before using.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with liners.
  3. In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream together room temperature butter and sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with yogurt and lemon juice.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add a tablespoon of lemon curd to the center, then top with more batter until three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled muffins.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg