These Blueberry Lemon Cream Muffins are a delightful treat, perfect for any time of day. The combination of fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, complemented by a creamy lemon curd filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, makes these muffins irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup lemon curd (for filling)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting (for topping)
- Lemon slices for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool completely.
- Fill & Top: Once cooled, use a small knife or piping bag to insert lemon curd into the center of each muffin. Top each muffin with a swirl of cream cheese frosting and garnish with a lemon slice.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 270 per muffin
Conclusion
These Blueberry Lemon Cream Muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Their fresh, zesty flavor, combined with the richness of the lemon curd and cream cheese frosting, makes them a treat you’ll want to make again and again.