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    Home » Recipes » Muffins

    Luscious Lemon Drizzle Muffins

    Published: Aug 4, 2020 · Modified: Mar 31, 2022 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 14 Comments

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    Moist and zingy lemon drizzle muffins with a secret layer of lemon curd!

    Quick and easy to make, they will be a hit with the whole family. If you like lemon drizzle cake, you are going to LOVE these muffins!

    A lemon drizzle muffin cut in half on a plate.

    I used my trusty basic muffin recipe as the base for these lemon drizzle muffins, and it never disappoints.

    The muffins turned out super moist, light, and well risen, with the lemony zing making them oh so moreish! You won't be able to stop at one.

    Why not make your own lemon curd using my quick and easy microwave lemon curd recipe!

    Jump to:
    • ✔️ Why should you try it?
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🥄 Equipment
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Top tips
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🧊 Suitable for freezing?
    • 😋Related recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why should you try it?

    1. 30 minutes to make and bake
    2. Freezer friendly
    3. The basic recipe can be easily adapted for different flavour combinations.

    🥘 Ingredients

    This recipe uses my basic muffin mix which is;

    • 140g Caster Sugar
    • 200g Plain Flour
    • 1tsp Bicarbonate of Soda
    • 100ml Yogurt
    • 2 eggs
    • 140g Butter, melted
    • For these lemon drizzle muffins I also added;
    • Zest of 2 lemons to the basic muffin batter
    • 12 teaspoon lemon curd
    • I made a lemon drizzle topping with 20g Caster Sugar and the juice of half a lemon.
    Overhead shot of lemon drizzle muffins in baking tin.

    🥄 Equipment

    A 12 hole muffin tin and 12 muffin cases are needed for the recipe. Two large bowls for mixing the dry ingredients and wet ingredients, and a Microplane grater for zesting the lemons would also be useful.

    🔪 Instructions

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

    Two: Whisk together the wet ingredients in another bowl or jug.

    Three: Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.

    Four: Grate the lemon zest into the muffin batter and gently fold in.

    Step by step instructions for making the muffins part 1

    Five: Spoon a tablespoon of the batter into each muffin case, then top with a teaspoon of lemon curd.

    Six: Top with more muffin batter and bake in the oven for 18 minutes.

    Seven: Mix together the lemon drizzle ingredients.

    Eight: Spoon the drizzle over each muffin once out of the oven, and allow to cool.

    💭 Top tips

    • Make sure the ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe. The melted butter needs to be allowed to cool, before adding it to the wet ingredients.
    • Don't over mix the muffin batter, as that will result in tough muffins. Gently mix the dry and wet ingredients together, just long enough to combine them.
    • Spoon over the lemon drizzle as soon as the muffins come out of the oven, so the drizzle can be absorbed into the top of the muffins.
    • The muffins will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    These lemon muffins make a delicious after-school snack for the kids. They are also easily transportable, so can be taken on picnics, or to parties and bake sales.

    I sometimes serve them for a quick and easy pudding, warm out of the oven, with a dollop of clotted cream or homemade honeycomb ice cream.

    Muffins on cooling rack.

    📖 Variations

    Substitute the zest and juice of the lemon for either orange or lime. You could also add a handful of fresh raspberries to the muffin batter, for added taste and texture. Blackberries would work well too, when in season.

    For an extra lemony hit, try replacing the natural yogurt with lemon yogurt.

    • For a healthier muffin, you could use half wholemeal plain flour and half white plain flour.
    • Make the muffins vegan by replacing the butter for vegetable oil, and the natural yogurt for dairy free yogurt.

    🧊 Suitable for freezing?

    The muffins freeze incredibly well. Why not make a batch when you have a spare minute, ready to pull out of the freezer for after-school snacks for the kids, or unexpected guests? The muffins will defrost fully within an hour.

    Make sure the muffins have cooled before placing them in a freezer-safe container and popping them in the freezer.

    😋Related recipes

    More muffin recipes you might like;

    • Bakery Style Strawberry Muffins
    • Blackcurrant Muffins
    • Cinnamon Spiced Pumpkin Muffins
    • Chocolate Orange Muffins
    • Rhubarb Muffins
    • Blueberry and White Chocolate Muffins
    • Peanut Butter and Banana Muffins
    • Jam Muffins
    • Savoury Vegetable Muffins
    • Vegan Blueberry Muffins
    • Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
    • Blackberry Lemon Muffins

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    Lemon drizzle muffins in muffin tin.
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    5 from 12 votes

    Lemon Drizzle Muffins

    Moist and zingy lemon drizzle muffins with a secret layer of lemon curd. Quick and easy to make, they will be a hit with the whole family.
    Course Cake
    Cuisine British
    Keyword lemon curd muffins, Lemon Drizzle Muffins, lemon muffins
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 18 minutes
    Total Time 28 minutes
    Servings 12 muffins
    Calories 202kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Kitchen Scales
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Measuring Jug
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Wooden Spoon
    • 12 Hole Muffin Tin
    • Muffin Cases

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 140 g Caster Sugar
    • 200 g Plain Flour
    • 1 teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda
    • 100 ml Natural Yogurt
    • 2 Eggs
    • 140 g Butter melted (and cooled)
    • 2 Lemons Zest of
    • 12 teaspoon Lemon Curd

    For the lemon drizzle

    • 20 g Caster Sugar
    • ½ Lemon Juice of

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 190°c (170 fan/ 375F/ Gas 5). Place 12 muffin cases in a 12 hole muffin tin.
    • Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl (plain flour, caster sugar and bicarbonate of soda).
    • In another bowl whisk together the yogurt, eggs and cooled melted butter.
    • Gently mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until combined (be careful not to over mix).
    • Fold in the lemon zest.
    • Place 1 tablespoon of the batter into each muffin case. Top with 1 teaspoon of lemon curd.
    • Spoon over the remaining muffin batter and bake for 18 minutes.
    • Whilst the muffins are in the oven, mix together the caster sugar and lemon juice for the drizzle icing.
    • Take the muffins out of the oven and immediately spoon over the lemon drizzle.
    • Leave to cool for 30 minutes before eating.

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    Notes

    Variations: 
    Substitute the zest and juice of the lemon for either orange or lime. You could also add a handful of fresh raspberries to the muffin batter, for added taste and texture. Blackberries would work well too, when in season.
    Freezing: The muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months.
    Nutrition: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors.
    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Drizzle Muffins
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    202
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    7
    g
    11
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    28
    mg
    9
    %
    Sodium
     
    107
    mg
    5
    %
    Potassium
     
    80
    mg
    2
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    32
    g
    11
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    14
    g
    16
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    54
    IU
    1
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    12
    mg
    15
    %
    Calcium
     
    37
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Jeannette

      August 04, 2020 at 9:11 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! The lemon curd really is a secret ingredient! 😉 I love how perfect these are for a snack and they're superb for parties. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Irina

      August 04, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      5 stars
      Your muffins are a baking perfection! Love them from all my heart, and I cannot wait to give them a try!

      Reply
    3. Sue

      August 04, 2020 at 9:56 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow I love the lemon curd in these. So good!

      Reply
    4. Helen @ family-friends-food.com

      August 04, 2020 at 10:15 pm

      5 stars
      These sound awesome - I love lemon curd in anything!

      Reply
    5. Mahy

      August 04, 2020 at 10:20 pm

      5 stars
      I am out of muffins, so this recipe is so timely. The muffins are just the way I like mine to be. Yum!

      Reply
    6. Chloe Edges

      August 04, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      5 stars
      You're right, I would love these! Going straight on the to-make list!

      Reply
    7. Mirlene

      August 05, 2020 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      These muffins are worh a million! That secret layer of lemon curd is definitely something to keep!

      Reply
    8. veenaazmanov

      August 05, 2020 at 10:37 am

      5 stars
      Lemon is one of my favorite flavors. It really lifts my mood too. These yummy Muffins look moist and delicious and I love that it is Drizzled with Lemon.

      Reply
    9. Heidy McCallum

      August 05, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      These lemon drizzle muffins came out perfectly! I loved the zingy flavor and they were a huge hit with the kids! I will be saving this recipe to make again.

      Reply
      • Beth Sachs

        August 06, 2020 at 5:50 pm

        That's great to hear Heidy!

        Reply
    10. Taylor Kiser

      August 05, 2020 at 1:31 pm

      5 stars
      That layer of lemon curd takes these muffins to the next level! They are heavenly!

      Reply
      • Beth Sachs

        August 06, 2020 at 5:50 pm

        Glad you enjoyed them.

        Reply
    11. Midge @ Peachicks' Bakery

      August 08, 2020 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      YUM!!! Lemon is a perfect for any occasion! these look so good! Thanks for sharing with #CookBlogShare 🙂

      Reply
    12. Michelle Rolfe

      August 10, 2020 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      These both look and sound delicious. I am a huge fan of lemon in any kind of dessert! Must make these soon. Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare. Michelle

      Reply

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