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Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Muffins

Start your day with these fluffy muffins bursting with blueberries and zesty lemon!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pint fresh blueberries rinsed and picked through
  • ½ cup powdered sugar for the drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for the drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest for a zesty finish

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment Paper Liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line your muffin tin with parchment paper liners.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Add the granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in the milk and mix until smooth.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  8. Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Prepare the lemon drizzle by whisking together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  11. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and drizzle icing over the top.

Notes

  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Refrigerate for up to a week for longer storage.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months; wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn.