Lemon Tea Muffins Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
Description:
This delightful Lemon Tea Muffins recipe holds a special place in my heart, as it was one of the first muffin recipes I ever tried, and over the years, it has remained a steadfast favorite. Infused with the bright zest of lemon, these muffins are a perfect balance of sweet and citrus, making them a delightful addition to any breakfast or brunch spread.
Recipe Category:
Quick Breads
Keywords:
Breads, Lemon, Citrus, Fruit, Sweet, < 30 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Unsifted flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Margarine |
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 4 cups | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Lemon juice |
| 1/2 cup | Light brown sugar |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 207.9
- Fat Content: 11.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 47mg
- Sodium Content: 239.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 12.9g
- Protein Content: 3g
Yield:
18 muffins
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the unsifted flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
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Cream Margarine and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is light and creamy.
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Add Lemon Juice: Gradually add the lemon juice to the wet mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Beat Egg Whites: In a separate small bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, but ensure they are not dry.
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Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold 1/3 of the beaten egg whites into the batter to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until fully incorporated.
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Fill Muffin Cups: Line or grease 2-1/2 inch muffin cups and fill each cup approximately three-quarters full with the batter.
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Prepare Topping: In another small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground nutmeg.
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Top Muffins: Sprinkle the prepared sugar and nutmeg mixture evenly over the tops of the muffins.
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Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins are set and golden brown.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm and enjoy!
These Lemon Tea Muffins are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, accompanied by a hot cup of tea or coffee. They make for a delightful treat any time of day and are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike!
