Light and Lemony Muffins

A tender texture and burst of fresh lemon flavour make this a lovely muffin for any time of day.

Course Desserts & Sweets
Prep. Time 10 mins
Cooking Time 20 - 25 mins
Yields 12 muffins

Preparation
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Preparation

What You Need

1 1/4 cups (310 ml) milk

1/2 cup (125 ml) plain yogurt

Grated rind of 2 large lemons

2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice

2 1/2 cups (625 ml) all-purpose flour

1/2 cup (125 ml) whole wheat flour

2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder

1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda

1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt

Pinch ground nutmeg

2/3 cup (160 ml) sugar

1 egg

1/4 cup (60 ml) butter, melted

1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Lightly butter nonstick muffin pans.

In bowl, whisk together milk, yogurt, lemon rind and juice; let stand for 5 min. In separate large bowl, combine all-purpose and whole wheat flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt and a pinch of nutmeg. Whisk sugar, egg, butter and vanilla into milk mixture. Pour over dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.

Spoon into prepared muffin pan and sparkle a little nutmeg on top off each muffin. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch. Let cool in pan for 10 min. Transfer to rack to cool completely.

Tips

Make a glaze by heating 2 tbsp (30 mL) each sugar and fresh lemon juice in saucepan or in microwave until sugar is dissolved; brush over warm muffins.

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Nutritional Info

Per serving

Energy: 204 Calories
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrate: 36 g
Fibre: 1.5 g
Fat: 4 g
Sodium: 171 mg

Top 5 nutrients provided by a serving of this recipe

Nutrient (% DV)*

Calcium: 9 % / 97 mg
Phosphorus: 14 %
Vitamin B12: 12 %
Vitamin D: 7 %
Zinc: 7 %
Magnesium: 7 %

* Note: The daily value (DV) is established by Health Canada and corresponds to the daily quantity recommended for each nutrient. The percentage of the daily value (% DV) indicates the proportion of the nutrient provided by a serving of the recipe, in comparison with the quantity recommended.

2 out of 3 Canadians are not getting enough milk products every day. Discover the multiple benefits of milk products and learn more about the recommended number of servings.
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