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To make lemon cream cheese muffins, you need simple ingredients. You will need 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder. You also need 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. For the wet mix, use 1/3 cup of melted unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1/2 cup of softened cream cheese. Add 1/4 cup of plain yogurt, the zest of 1 lemon, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Lastly, include 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. This mix creates a moist muffin with a delightful lemon flavor.

Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins

Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins with this easy-to-follow recipe! These muffins are a perfect mix of sweet and tangy, moist and fluffy, making them ideal for breakfast or a snack. Discover essential ingredients, baking tips, and creative variations that will surprise your taste buds. Click through to explore this mouthwatering recipe and elevate your baking game today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup plain yogurt

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.

      Prepare Wet Mixture: In another bowl, beat together the melted butter, egg, softened cream cheese, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

          Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

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

              Cool: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Serve: Once cooled, dust the top of each muffin with powdered sugar if desired for a sweet finish. Enjoy your lemon cream cheese muffins with a cup of tea or coffee!

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins