Best 3 Lemon Chip Muffins Recipes

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Lemon chip muffins are a delectable treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with the chewy goodness of chocolate chips. These muffins are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, a delightful snack, or a sweet treat to share with friends and family. With their moist crumb, bright citrus flavor, and bursts of chocolatey sweetness, lemon chip muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. This article will provide you with the best recipe to create the perfect lemon chip muffins, ensuring that each bite is an explosion of flavor and texture.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON CHIP MUFFINS



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The mellow flavor of these chocolate chip muffins is enhanced by sweet lemony topping. They're just right for a ladies' luncheon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt
3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour and baking soda; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Fold in chocolate chips and lemon zest. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full., Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Brush tops with lemon juice; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CHIP LEMON MUFFINS



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Make and share this Chocolate Chip Lemon Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*. Grease muffin pan or line with paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, 1 cup of the sugar and baking powder.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, butter, lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir in flour mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Do not overmix.
  • Scoop batter into prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle remaining sugar evenly over tops.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 24 minutes or until puffed, light golden and a skewer inserted into center comes out clean. Let cool in pan on rack for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool completely on rack.

LEMON CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS



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Make and share this Lemon Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium lemon
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup plain buttermilk or 1 cup yogurt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup butter
2 large eggs
2 cups flour
3/4 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Finely grate lemon peel, avoiding pith.
  • Beat butter and sugar until pale and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in baking soda and grated peel. Fold in half the flour, then half the buttermilk. Repeat. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Scoop 1/4 cup batter into prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Brush lemon juice over hot muffins until used up. Sprinkle with sugar. Let stand 5 minutes before removing from pans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 56.4, Sodium 194.4, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 23.6, Protein 4.5

Tips for Making Perfect Lemon Chip Muffins:

  • Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will be slightly less intense. Always make sure to use the correct conversion: 1 tbsp of concentrated lemon juice for every 3 tbsp grated lemon zest.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the muffins tough. Simply mix until the ingredients are combined and there are no more dry streaks of flour.
  • Fill the muffin cups almost to the top. This will help the muffins rise evenly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes around 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature. They're also great frozen and can be reheated in the microwave or oven.

Conclusion:

Lemon chip muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their bright lemon flavor and crunchy lemon chips, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing treat, give these lemon chip muffins a try!

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