Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these delicious Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins! Moist, fluffy, and oh-so-simple to make, this recipe combines bright lemon flavor with creamy richness, making it a perfect treat for breakfast or a snack. Discover handy tips to ensure they turn out perfectly every time. Ready to impress your taste buds? Click through for the full recipe and get baking today!

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 large egg

1/4 cup milk

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Add granulated sugar to the cream cheese mixture, and mix until well combined.

Incorporate the egg into the mixture, followed by the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until all the wet ingredients are fully combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to tough muffins.

Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the batter.

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Once baked, allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Optional: Dust cooled muffins with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins