Glazed Lemon Muffins - fluffy muffins with fresh notes of citrus! Soft and fluffy muffins with lemon zest and sweet glaze are perfect for a snack or a quick breakfast!
GLAZED LEMON MUFFINS
Perfect muffins with a fresh citrus note definitely make me happy. Especially if I can have one in the morning with my coffee. These muffins are so fluffy that you could almost call them cakes, but the top is slightly crunchy and perfect for a glaze. There is nothing easier than whisking the dry ingredients together, whisking the wet ingredients together and then combining it all with a few stirs of a spoon.
These muffins are like little sun rays. They are fresh, bright and energizing. I hope they will make you happy too! You may also like my Lemon Raspberry Muffins or the popular Bakery-Style Blueberry Muffins!
HOW TO MAKE GLAZED LEMON MUFFINS?
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Preheat oven and line a muffin pan with paper liners. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar. Whisk in the lemon zest. Set aside.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk/sour milk, vanilla, egg and oil.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir in with a wooden spoon until well combined.
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Scoop the batter with an ice cream scoop onto the prepared muffin pan.
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Bake for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Without opening the oven, lower the temperature to 375 degrees and bake for 14 to 17 more minutes, or until the toothpick inserted into each muffin comes out clean and the tops are golden.
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Cool muffins completely before glazing
MORE MUFFIN RECIPES:
Bakery-Style Blueberry Muffins
GLAZED LEMON MUFFINS RECIPE:
Glazed Lemon Muffins Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 c granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 c buttermilk or sour milk see note
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ c vegetable or canola oil
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 c powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoon to 3 lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease lightly the muffin cups. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar. Whisk in the lemon zest. Set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk/sour milk, vanilla, egg and oil.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir in with a wooden spoon until well combined. DO not overmix. Slightly lumpy batter is okay.
- Scoop the batter with an ice cream scoop onto the prepared muffin pan.
- Bake for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Without opening the oven, lower the temperature to 375 degrees and bake for 14 to 17 more minutes, or until the toothpick inserted into each muffin comes out clean and the tops are golden.
- Cool muffins completely before glazing.
to make the glaze:
- Sift the powdered sugar into a medium mixing bowl. This will prevent lumps in the glaze.
- Add lemon juice and whisk until smooth and thick. The glaze should be slightly runny.
- Glaze muffins over a cooling rack set on a baking sheet. Let the muffins sit until the glaze sets.
Eli says
Hi Anna! My kids wants a lemon cake for his Birthday and I'd like to use this recipy.
Can I bake a one Whole giiant plumcake, what do you think? I guess the time fo baking and the temperature might be different. What do you say?
Diana says
Could you use orange instead of lemon in this? I have some extra oranges. My daughter made this recipe and loved it! She's making it again tomorrow. 😉
Anna says
Hi Diana! Absolutely yes! It will be delicious with orange too. 😀 I am so glad your daughter loves this recipe. Thank you so much!
chris says
Hi! Is there a way to make these ahead? I'm planning to serve these the next day. Thanks!
Anna says
Hi Chris! They will be just fine if you make them a day ahead. To prevent drying out, cover the muffins with plastic wrap or keep them under a lid. I hope this helps!
Sue Reuschlien says
Can the glazed muffins be frozen?
Anna says
Absolutely! I suggest freezing them without the glaze. I hope this helps!
Curry and Comfort says
Your are correct... these muffins are like a ray of sunshine. I love lemon so these are perfect. 🙂
marcie @ flavor the moments says
These look so delicious, Anna! I'm pinning these…I'm really in the mood for some citrus flavor these days. 🙂
Nancy says
Oooooh, these are so pretty, bright and vibrant, Anna! They make me happier just by looking at these photos! The inside of the muffin looks perfectly fluffy and light. Love it. As for the attitude, I'm totally guilty of being a Negative Nancy. Every now and then, I remind myself of all the blessings I have. A gratitude journal is a great idea. I started one over a decade ago after Oprah talked about it on her talk show. I didn't maintain it for long but i remember it did help me feel better.
Rooks to Cooks says
These look so light and fluffy, I can't wait to try them! They will definitely help make it feel like spring is finally here 🙂
It's also always great to appreciate the small things in life- great idea on making it a point to do so!
Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says
Girl, I'm with you on the complaining thing. I shared recently a tough week on the blog but refrained from explaining it all in a recipe post. My idea was to share the trouble so long as I had a solution to offer others should it ever happen to them. So, a separate post it shall be. But, with things we cannot control (like the crazy weather, ha!) there's not much to offer in a blog post for a solution is there? Perhaps something inspiring. 🙂 For those other things, I love the journal idea. These sunny lemon muffins would certainly make any day brighter though! Pinning to my lemon board tonight and will share on group boards. Have a great rest of the week! xo
CrunchyCreamySw says
Aww, Stacy... I am so sorry you had a tough week.... Sending positive vibes! Hang in there! xoxo PS: Thank you for pinning!
sally says
I am a sucker for anything lemon, Anna. Love the glaze on top!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thank you, Sally!
the wicked noodle says
I've always loved the idea of a gratitude journal. Really helps to keep the negativity away and serves as a great reminder of all the good things in our lives. I'm definitely grateful for you!!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Awww, you are so sweet! Miss ya! xoxo
Auntiepatch says
Love those lemons!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Me too!
Chelsea says
The journal idea is so great. I definitely complain way too much about the weather (and bad lighting!) I need to start one now! The glaze on these muffins is perfect! Pinned 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! Thanks, Chlesea!
Taylor says
I'm with you on complaining to much! Love your journal idea!
And, these muffins? TOTALLY rays of sunshine. Absolutely beautiful lady! Pinned
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thanks, Taylor!
Averie Cooks says
They look so cheery and fresh and perfect for spring! pinned
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thanks, Averie! And thank you for pinning!