These lemon honey muffins are bursting with tangy lemon flavor and have a hint of sweetness from the honey. They are incredibly moist, fluffy, and perfect for a delightful breakfast or a sweet treat with your afternoon tea. This recipe is simple to make and will surely brighten up your day with its refreshing, citrusy taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and honey until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
