Lemon Zest Muffins (Gluten Free) Recipe

Name: Lemon Zest Muffins (Gluten Free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 3/4 cup Gluten-free All-purpose Flour; ⅓ teaspoons Xanthan Gum; 3/4 cups Sugar, Or Sugar Substitute; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 3/4 teaspoons Baking Soda; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1 cup Low Fat Yogurt Or Sour Cream; 1 whole Egg; 6 Tablespoons Applesauce Or Low Fat Margarine Melted; 2 Tablespoons Lemon Zest; 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice; Additional Lemon Zest And Sugar, For Sprinkling Over Top Of Muffins (optional)

Servings: persons

1- 3/4 cup Gluten-free All-purpose Flour
⅓ teaspoons Xanthan Gum
3/4 cups Sugar, Or Sugar Substitute
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
3/4 teaspoons Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1 cup Low Fat Yogurt Or Sour Cream
1 whole Egg
6 Tablespoons Applesauce Or Low Fat Margarine Melted
2 Tablespoons Lemon Zest
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
Additional Lemon Zest And Sugar, For Sprinkling Over Top Of Muffins (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 180 degrees C or 160 degrees fan forced and grease or line a standard 12 cup muffin tray.
2
In a large bowl, combine flour, xanthan, sugar, baking powder and soda, and salt.
3
Use a whisk to blend the dry ingredients thoroughly.
4
In another bowl, combine the yogurt with the egg, applesauce or margarine, lemon zest and lemon juice.
5
Whisk the mixture until smooth and well blended.
6
Blend the wet mixture into the dry ingredients just until blended and all ingredients are moistened.
7
Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full and sprinkle with additional zest and sugar if desired.
8
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until browned and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the centre of a muffin.
9
Cool muffins in the pan (set on a rack) for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan to a cooling rack.

405

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 3/4 cup Gluten-free All-purpose Flour, ⅓ teaspoons Xanthan Gum, 3/4 cups Sugar, Or Sugar Substitute, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, and more.

Yes, Lemon Zest Muffins (Gluten Free) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Zest Muffins (Gluten Free)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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