Best 3 Lemon Lavender Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Lemon Lavender Muffins, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses. These delectable treats combine the vibrant zest of lemon with the aromatic allure of lavender, creating a taste experience that is both refreshing and soothing. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and tartness, these muffins are a delightful accompaniment to your morning coffee or a delightful afternoon snack. With just a few simple steps, you can create these heavenly muffins in the comfort of your own kitchen. Let's embark on a flavor adventure as we explore the ingredients and instructions needed to craft these delightful Lemon Lavender Muffins.

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LEMON-LAVENDER MUFFINS RECIPE - (4.8/5)



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Provided by á-51103

Number Of Ingredients 16

MUFFINS
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons dried lavender
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 egg
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, cooled
TOPPING
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1 Heat oven to 400°F. 2 Grease bottoms of 12 muffin cups or line with baking cups. 3 Place 2/3 cup sugar and lavender in food processor; pulse 30 to 60 seconds (pulse longer for a more intense lavender flavor). 4 Sift through strainer into medium bowl to remove any large pieces of lavender. 5 Whisk in flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt until well-blended. 6 In small bowl, whisk together milk, lemon juice and 2 teaspoons lemon peel. (Milk will curdle and thicken slightly.) 7 In another medium bowl, lightly beat egg; whisk in 6 tablespoons melted butter and milk mixture. 8 Make well in center of flour mixture; pour in egg mixture. 9 Stir just until blended. Divide evenly among muffin cups. 10 Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. 11 Cool on wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pan. 12 In another small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon peel. 13 Dip tops of muffins in 1/4 cup melted butter; dip in sugar mixture. 14 Serve warm or at room temperature.

LAVENDER POPPY SEED MUFFINS



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These muffins are so easy to put together. The lavender flavor really works well with lemon. If you've never baked with lavender, start with just 1 or 2 teaspoons for a more subtle flavor. -Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons coarse sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk milk, melted butter and egg until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. , Fill 12 paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full; sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON MUFFINS



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Grated lemon peel adds flavor to this basic muffin recipe for citrus-accented homemade muffins you can achieve quickly and easily.

Provided by Jenn Hall

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease bottoms only of 12 muffin cups or line with baking cups.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest and salt; mix well. In a small bowl, combine milk, oil and egg; blend well. Add dry ingredients all at once; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened (batter will be lumpy.)
  • Fill cups 2/3 full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 1 minute before removing from pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 200.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

Tips:

  • Zest the lemons finely: This will release the most flavor and aroma.
  • Use fresh lavender: Dried lavender can be used, but fresh lavender will give the muffins a more intense flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the muffins tough.
  • Fill the muffin cups almost to the top: This will help the muffins rise evenly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: Overbaking will make the muffins dry.

Conclusion:

These lemon lavender muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are light and fluffy, with a delicate lemon and lavender flavor. The muffins are also very versatile and can be served for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. If you are looking for a new and unique muffin recipe, then you should definitely try these lemon lavender muffins. They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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