Easy Moist Lemon Blueberry Muffins – Bakery Style Recipe

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked muffins filling your kitchen. These easy moist lemon blueberry muffins are the perfect blend of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries, creating a bakery-style treat that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re looking for a delightful breakfast option or a sweet snack, these muffins are a must-try. Plus, they’re incredibly simple to make!

If you love blueberry muffins, you might also enjoy our fluffy blueberry muffins with crumble topping or our 30-minute bakery blueberry muffins for more inspiration.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh blueberries

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
7. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Expert Tips

• Use Fresh Blueberries: Fresh blueberries work best in this recipe, but if they’re not in season, you can use frozen blueberries. Just be sure not to thaw them before adding to the batter.
• Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in dense muffins. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
• Add a Streusel Topping: For an extra touch, sprinkle a streusel topping over the muffins before baking. This adds a delightful crunch and enhances the bakery-style feel.
• Store Properly: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

FAQ

Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes, you can use frozen blueberries. Just make sure not to thaw them before adding to the batter to prevent the color from bleeding.

Can I substitute buttermilk?
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

How do I make these muffins extra moist?
To ensure your muffins stay moist, avoid overbaking them. Check for doneness at the 18-minute mark and remove them from the oven as soon as a toothpick comes out clean.

For more delicious muffin recipes, check out our fluffy blueberry muffins or our quick bakery blueberry muffins.

Easy Moist Lemon Blueberry Muffins – Bakery Style Recipe

These easy moist lemon blueberry muffins combine tangy lemon and sweet blueberries for a bakery-style treat. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they are simple to make and sure to impress.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh blueberries

Method

 

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use fresh blueberries for best results. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy. For added texture, consider a streusel topping. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.