Delicious Lemon Zucchini Muffins for a Tart and Sweet Treat

These lemon zucchini muffins are a perfect blend of tart lemon and sweet zucchini, creating a moist and flavorful treat that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The citrusy aroma will fill your kitchen as these muffins bake to perfection.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
4. Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter mixture and mix well.
5. Stir in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed.
6. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

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