Zesty Lemon Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt
4. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
9. Enjoy your lemon muffins warm or at room temperature