Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Yogurt Lemon Blueberry Muffins, a perfect treat for breakfast or a snack. These muffins combine the zestiness of fresh lemons with the sweetness of blueberries, creating a balanced flavor profile that everyone will love. Thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt, these muffins are moist and packed with protein, making them a healthier choice for your family. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that satisfies both kids and adults alike. They’re great fresh out of the oven or stored for later—enjoy them warm, with fruit on the side, or drizzled with honey for an extra touch!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 6 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest
- 1 1/3 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (to coat berries)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Toss blueberries in flour before folding them into the batter.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for about 18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg