Tuscan Lemon Muffins

Brighten your morning with the zesty charm of Tuscan Lemon Muffins, a perfect balance of citrusy freshness and rich flavor inspired by the beauty of Italian baking. These moist, tender muffins come to life with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a touch of extra-virgin olive oil for a uniquely Mediterranean twist. Quick to prepare, they bake to golden perfection in just 18 minutes and are finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, these muffins pair wonderfully with coffee or tea. With their vibrant lemon flavor and soft texture, Tuscan Lemon Muffins are a must-try recipe to elevate your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 0.333 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0 Optional garnishes: fresh mint leaves or thin lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, milk, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Once the muffins are cool, dust the tops with powdered sugar. Add optional garnishes like fresh mint leaves or thin lemon slices, if desired.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy these delightful Tuscan Lemon Muffins with your favorite tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	856.2 grams (856.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2505

Total Fat 97.10g	124%
Saturated Fat 17.90g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 394mg	131%
Sodium 1707mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 370.40g	135%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 176.60g
Protein 43.90g	88%

Vitamin D 163IU	813%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 786mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 58.5%