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    Home » Recipes » Home Baking » Home Baking Cakes and Biscuits

    Lemon Blueberry Muffins

    Published: Aug 12, 2021 · Updated: Dec 16, 2021 by Neil 12 Comments

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    A plate of three lemon blueberry muffins with three lemons to the side. Pin title text overlay at top.

    Lemon blueberry muffins are fun and easy to make. In just over 30-minutes you'll have eight delicious large muffins stuffed full of blueberry goodness!

    Eight lemon blueberry muffins on a wire baking rack.

    Folks, these lemon blueberry muffins are so quick and easy to make.

    They've got a delicious moist and soft center and are just bursting with blueberries.

    As you loved my lemon blueberry yogurt cake so much I decided to make a different variation of that recipe with these delicious muffins!

    So today say hello to these amazing muffins and make your day a good one!

    A plate of three lemon blueberry muffins with a wire rack on muffins in the background and lemons in between.

    I mean though, muffins loaded with the classic flavours of lemon and blueberries. What's not to love?

    We've added these lemon blueberry muffins to our list of family favourites. They really are just so scrumptious.

    If you're looking for an amazing bake for the family or as a crowd pleaser then these muffins will not disappoint!

    As I mentioned these muffins take hardly any time at all to mix together. So before you know it you'll be smelling the lemon fragrance of these baking in your oven then tucking into their deliciousness!

    Eight lemon blueberry muffins on a wire baking rack with a lemon in the background.

    To keep things as simple and as easy as possible I used my classic method of combining one bowl of wet ingredients with one bowl of dry ingredients for these lemon blueberry muffins.

    You’ll find I use this tried and tested simple method with many of my other popular muffin recipes too which you can check out in the list below.

    These light and airy blueberry lemon muffins make great little portable snacks too. So can be enjoyed anywhere.

    At just 172 calories per muffin compared to shop bought ones which can be up to 400 calories, you have no reason not to enjoy this tasty treat!

    Birds eye view of eight blueberry lemon muffins on a wire baking rack with lemons and blueberries at the top.

    Easy Step By Step How to Make The Best Lemon Blueberry Muffins

    1. Pre-heat oven to 200C / Fan 180C and line a muffin tray with 8 paper cases.
    2. Place flour into a large mixing bowl. Add the baking powder then stir in the sugar and blueberries.
    3. In a smaller Pyrex mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, yogurt and zest and juice of lemon together.
    4. Using a plastic spatula gradually fold the wet egg mixture into the dry flour mixture to make a batter.
    5. Divide the mixture equally between the 8 paper cases then bake in the centre of your oven for approximately 15 – 18 minutes.
    6. Allow to cool a little in the muffin tray before removing and allowing to cool completely on a wire rack.

    Questions About These Lemon Blueberry Muffins

    • Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh? Yes you can just add them into the mixture when they are still frozen.
    • Can I use butter instead of vegetable oil? I don't recommend using butter. The oil helps to make the muffins moist and light.
    • I don't have self raising flour only plain flour can I use that instead? Yes when using plain flour add an extra 2 teaspoon baking powder.
    • Can I use lemon juice instead of fresh lemon? Using lemon juice isn't great. The zest and freshly squeezed juice of the lemon are what actually gives these muffins their lemony flavour.
    • Can I make these lemon blueberry muffins gluten-free? Yes just use gluten-free flour and make sure your baking powder is gluten free too.

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    Other Popular Muffins Recipes You Might Also Like

    • Banana blueberry breakfast muffins. Say hello and good morning to these healthier, delicious breakfast muffins. Make your start to the day a good one!
    • Banana bread muffins. These delicious healthier muffins are easy to make and can be ready in just over 30 minutes. A great recipe for kids to make too!
    • Skinny coconut and vanilla muffins. These are delicious healthier muffins! Made with Greek yogurt and no butter making them low fat and low calorie muffins!
    • Gingerbread muffins with cream cheese icing are the perfect Christmas bake! Delicious and easy to make they’re a real festive treat!

    Lemon Blueberry Muffins Recipe

    Store your muffins in an airtight container for up to three days. Don't keep them in the fridge though!

    You can freeze lemon blueberry muffins. Make sure they are thoroughly defrosed before eating.

    If you can't get blueberries other frozen berries like raspberries do work. However I wouldn't recommend using strawberries as they make the muffins too moist and soggy.

    I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂

    Eight lemon blueberry muffins on a wire baking rack.
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    5 from 3 votes

    Lemon Blueberry Muffins Recipe

    Lemon blueberry muffins are fun and easy to make. In just over 30-minutes you'll have eight delicious large muffins stuffed full of blueberry goodness!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Course: Home Baking
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 172kcal
    Author: Neil

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    Equipment

    • Kitchen scale
    • Large mixing bowl
    • Pyrex mixing glass bowl
    • Non Stick 6 Hole Muffin Tray
    • Measuring spoons
    • Sieve
    • Wooden spoon
    • Spatula
    • Whisk
    • Wooden skewers
    • Wire baking rack

    Ingredients

    • 200 g self-raising flour
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 75 g caster sugar
    • 110 g blueberries
    • 2 eggs
    • 50 ml vegetable oil
    • 50 ml Greek yogurt 0% fat
    • Zest and juice of one lemon
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat oven to 200C / Fan 180C
    • Line muffin tray with 8 paper cases.
    • Sieve flour into a large mixing bowl, add the baking powder then stir in the sugar and blueberries.
    • In a smaller Pyrex mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, yogurt and zest and juice of lemon together.
    • Using a plastic spatula gradually fold the wet egg mixture into the dry flour mixture to make a batter.
    • Divide the mixture equally between the 8 paper cases.
    • Bake in the centre of the oven for approximately 15 – 18 minutes. Insert a skewer (which should come out clean) to check they are cooked.
    • Allow to cool a little in the muffin tray before removing and allowing to cool completely on a wire rack.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Blueberry Muffins
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 172 Calories from Fat 72
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 8g12%
    Saturated Fat 6g38%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 41mg14%
    Sodium 19mg1%
    Potassium 161mg5%
    Carbohydrates 21g7%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 68IU1%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 61mg6%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      August 12, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      Ah, I love muffins! In fact, one of my friends at the curling club calls me "The Muffin Man." 🙂 Blueberry muffins rank up there pretty high on my list (perhaps the top, although it's hard to say), and so this recipe definitely caught my eye. I love how you used nonfat Greek yogurt in these muffins to lighten them up and provide a protein boost, too. I bet these leftovers will be great toasted up with a cup of coffee this weekend!

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 13, 2021 at 6:31 am

        "The Muffin Man" ha ha! I laughed at that David! These muffins would definitely be great if toasted up with some coffee. That's if there were any left! 😉

        Reply
    2. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      August 13, 2021 at 1:46 am

      Lovely muffins, Neil! Blueberries can be quite bland when used for baking, so I love that you used lemon to brighten up the flavours! Also, I love the fact they are moderately sweet because those overly sweet store-bought muffins are terrible!

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 13, 2021 at 6:32 am

        I agree Ben. The addition of the lemon makes these muffins special. That's why I say in the recipe notes to make sure to use an actual lemon and its zest and not just lemon juice otherwise its not the same. Thanks for your comment!

        Reply
    3. Shashi

      August 13, 2021 at 2:53 pm

      I love these low calorie muffins, Neil! Blueberry and lemon is a delicious pairing - especially in delicious muffins! Looking forward to making a batch of these and taking them on a hike with us this weekend! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 14, 2021 at 7:48 am

        Thanks Shashi. These will make a brilliant addition to your hike, enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Laura

      August 20, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      Lemon + bluebery is such a great flavor combo, Neil! And I love that these are so easy! I always like a recipe for enough to eat over the course of a couple days rather than a big batch, too!

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 21, 2021 at 7:10 am

        Thanks Laura. Yeah I agree that if you make too much you're tempted to eat the whole batch in one day! But these 8 delicious muffins should at least last 2 days!! Ha ha 😀

        Reply
    5. Judee

      August 24, 2021 at 2:53 am

      5 stars
      Such a lovely combination of flavors in these muffins. Muffins are quick and easy to make too. thanks

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 24, 2021 at 6:19 am

        Thanks Judee! Yep theese are definitely quick and easy to make. And healthy too! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Disa

      August 27, 2021 at 9:47 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I made them with Swedish blueberries though (since that’s what I had at hand) and it made the entire batter go purple lol quite aesthetically pleasing, I must admit.

      Reply
      • Neil

        August 28, 2021 at 8:48 am

        Sounds lovely Disa! I can imagine with the batter going purple they looked even more yummy! Thanks for taking the time to make, comment and rate my recipe. 🙂

        Reply

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