Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins
Ingredients
- 4 ozcream cheese
room temperature
- 4 tbspunsalted butter
room temperature
- 1 tbsplemon juice
- 2 tbsplemon zest
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- ½ cwhole milk
- 2 largeeggs
room temperature
- 2 call-purpose flour
- ⅝ cgranulated sugar
- 1 ½ tspbaking powder
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ¼ tspsalt
- 1 pintfresh blueberries
rinsed and picked through
- ½ cpowdered sugar
- 2 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsplemon zest
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line muffin tin with parchment liners or grease well. Set aside.
- 2
Beat cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bow or the bowl of a stand mixer until creamy and smooth.
- 3
Add lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla extract and continue beating until combined.
- 4
Add milk and eggs and beat until well blended.
- 5
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a small bowl.
- 6
Gradually add flour mixture to cream cheese mixture until combined. Fold in the blueberries.
- 7
Evenly scoop the batter into liners until about ¾ full.
- 8
Bake muffins for 28 to 30 minutes or until just starting to turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly in muffin pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Lemon glaze
- 1
Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest. Add additional powdered sugar to thicken or additional lemon juice to thin.
- 2
Drizzle over the top of muffins.
Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins
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About this Recipe
Craving a delightful breakfast treat that brightens your day from the very first bite? These Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins offer a perfect harmony of flavors, blending the sweetness of blueberries with the vibrant zest of lemon, all nestled in a wonderfully moist crumb.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes these muffins truly special is the thoughtful combination of ingredients designed for maximum flavor and texture. Room temperature cream cheese and butter contribute to an incredibly tender and rich muffin base, ensuring each bite is delicately moist. The dual inclusion of fresh lemon juice and zest throughout the batter, and again in the tart glaze, amplifies that bright, refreshing lemon flavor that beautifully complements the sweet blueberries.
What to Expect
Prepare yourself for a muffin experience that transcends the ordinary. You'll find a muffin that is exquisitely moist, almost cake-like, yet still distinctly a muffin. Each one is generously studded with fresh blueberries that burst with juicy sweetness, balanced by the invigorating zing of lemon. The final touch, a refreshing tart lemon glaze, adds a lovely tang and a hint of sweetness that makes your mouth water. These muffins are a genuine indulgence, perfect for a leisurely morning.
Customization & Variations
While perfect as is, these Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins are also adaptable. You can easily swap out fresh blueberries for other berries like raspberries or blackberries, or even a mixed berry blend. For an extra nutty flavor, consider folding in a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans. If you prefer a less tart glaze, reduce the lemon juice slightly or add a touch more powdered sugar to taste.
Serving & Context
These bright and cheerful muffins are an ideal start to any day, whether it's a quiet weekday morning or a festive brunch with friends and family. They pair wonderfully with a cup of hot coffee or a glass of iced tea, making a simple yet elegant breakfast or a delightful afternoon snack.