Description
Lemon Curd Muffins are a delightful treat that perfectly balance the refreshing zing of lemon with a soft, fluffy texture. Ideal for breakfast, a sweet snack, or dessert, these muffins are made even more special with a generous filling of homemade lemon curd. Topped with a crunchy streusel and a sweet glaze, they bring an irresistible charm to any occasion. Whether you’re hosting brunch or simply treating yourself to something delicious at home, these Lemon Curd Muffins will surely brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 egg yolks
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 6 Tablespoons sugar
- ¼ cup butter-cold and cut in pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter-melted
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter-room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Grated zest from 1 lemon
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 Tablespoons milk or cream
Instructions
- Make the lemon curd: In a double boiler, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in cold butter until melted. Let cool.
- Prepare the muffin batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream together room temperature butter and sugars. Add eggs one at a time followed by yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and juice. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Assemble the muffins: Fill muffin cups halfway with batter; add lemon curd; top with remaining batter and streusel.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden. Cool slightly before drizzling glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg