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Lemon Curd Muffins

Lemon Curd Muffins

These Lemon Curd Muffins are a perfect blend of tangy lemon flavor and sweetness, making them an irresistible treat. Each muffin is fluffy, moist, and filled with lemon curd, topped with a crunchy oat-pecan streusel. A delightful choice for breakfast or a sweet snack, you won't want to miss this recipe!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Firmly Packed Dark Brown Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Tightly Packed Lemon Zest
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk room temperature
  • ? cup Lemon Curd recipe follows
  • ? cup Oat-Pecan Streusel recipe follows
  • ? cup Lemon Glaze recipe follows

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 12-well muffin pan with baking spray with flour, or line wells with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cardamom, salt, and ginger.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, eggs, and lemon zest. Add oil and milk, whisking until combined.
  4. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  5. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling about three-fourths full (about 73 grams each).
  6. Pipe lemon curd into the center of each well until batter reaches the top edge without touching the sides; tap the pan to settle.
  7. Spoon remaining batter over curd and sprinkle with Oat-Pecan Streusel on top.
  8. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  9. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with Lemon Glaze before serving.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
  • Freezing: These muffins freeze well for up to three months.
  • Pairing: Enjoy them with whipped cream or fresh berries.
  • Flavor Variations: Experiment with different citrus fruits for a unique twist.
  • Glaze Options: Consider a cream cheese glaze for an additional flavor layer.