Directions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine eggs, oil (or melted butter), milk (or buttermilk), lemon juice, orange juice, lemon zest, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and aromatic.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Optional: Sprinkle a little sugar on top for a crunchy, sweet crust.
- Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Muffins should be golden and springy to the touch.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Drizzle with a citrus glaze made from powdered sugar and a bit of lemon or orange juice for extra flavor and shine.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best texture and flavor.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Total Time: 35 min
Servings: 12 muffins
Difficulty: Easy
Variations & Substitutions
- Add 50 g (½ cup) blueberries, cranberries, or chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Substitute half of the flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier muffin.
- Use lime or grapefruit juice and zest for a different citrus twist.
- Make a dairy-free version by using plant-based milk and oil.
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