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Strawberry Lemon Muffins with Crispy Streusel: 7 Secret Tips for the Perfect Batch


  • Author: Nouna
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

A refreshing and zesty muffin recipe featuring fresh strawberries, bright lemon zest, and a crunchy, buttery streusel topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 lemons, zested
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Streusel: 1/4 cup cold butter, 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Mix cold butter, flour, and brown sugar for the streusel; refrigerate.
  3. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt) and lemon zest.
  4. Toss diced strawberries in 1 tbsp of flour.
  5. Whisk wet ingredients (melted butter, egg, milk, lemon juice, vanilla).
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients; fold in strawberries.
  7. Fill muffin cups and top with streusel.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden.

Notes

High in Vitamin C from fresh strawberries and lemons, perfect for meal prep, and features a professional-grade crunchy topping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 285 kcal