Experience the delightful burst of citrus with these Luscious Lemon Muffins, enhanced by a sweet and tangy honey citrus syrup that infuses every bite with flavor. These muffins blend the fresh zestiness of lemon with the subtle sweetness of honey, creating a perfect balance that's both refreshing and satisfying. Made with buttermilk and infused with lemon zest and juice, these muffins are moist, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, making them an ideal treat for lemon lovers.
Why You'll Love This: The addition of buttermilk in the batter gives these muffins a wonderfully tender crumb, while the honey citrus syrup provides a boost of moisture and flavor, seeping into each muffin to make every bite irresistible. The recipe is straightforward and yields a batch perfect for sharing, ensuring that these lemon muffins are not only great for personal indulgence but also excellent for gatherings.
Perfect Occasion: These Luscious Lemon Muffins are perfect for brunches, afternoon tea, or as a sweet snack any time of the day. They are particularly delightful for spring and summer events when lighter, fruitier desserts are in favor. Bring them along to picnics, potlucks, or serve them at home as a special treat for your family and friends.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, you can sprinkle the tops of the muffins with a little powdered sugar or a light lemon glaze after they have been soaked with syrup. Garnish with thin lemon slices or candied lemon peels for a visually appealing and flavorful finish.
Ingredients:
- For the Muffins:
- 4 eggs
- 185g sugar
- 120g oil
- 40g honey
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 80g lemon juice
- 135g buttermilk
- 270g flour
- 7g baking powder
- A pinch of fleur de sel
- For the Syrup:
- 35g water
- 35g sugar
- 7g honey
- 35g lemon juice
Instructions:
- Prepare the Muffin Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix the eggs and sugar. Add the oil, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and mix until combined.
- Stir in the buttermilk.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and fleur de sel until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Bake the Muffins:
- Fill the muffin cups three-quarters full with the batter.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Syrup:
- While the muffins are baking, combine water, sugar, and honey in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Finish the Muffins:
- Once the muffins are baked, remove them from the oven. While still warm, poke holes in the tops with a toothpick.
- Brush the lemon syrup over the muffins, allowing it to soak in.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the muffins cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the moist, flavorful lemon muffins as they are, or enhance them with additional toppings if desired.
Indulge in these Luscious Lemon Muffins, and let their zesty and sweet flavors brighten up your day!