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Lemon Crumb Muffins

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Delightful gluten-free muffins bursting with lemon flavor and a crispy crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (certified gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (certified gluten-free) for crumb topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for crumb topping
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar for crumb topping
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted for crumb topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for crumb topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for lemon glaze
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice for lemon glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light in another bowl.
  4. Beat in the eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until combined.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet, alternating with the milk until well mixed.
  6. Divide the batter among the muffin cups evenly.
  7. Combine the crumb topping ingredients in a separate bowl to form a crumbly mixture.
  8. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the muffin batter generously.
  9. Bake the muffins for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, and drizzle over the cooled muffins.

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Notes

Make sure all ingredients are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.

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