Lemon Muffins
Are you looking for a delightful and simple recipe to make for breakfast, snack, or dessert? Look no further than these delicious 4-ingredient lemon muffins! Bursting with lemony flavor, these muffins won’t take up too much of your time in the kitchen yet still make a flavorful and delightful treat that everyone in your household will love. In just a few simple steps and ingredients, you can have a batch of these comforting treats ready to enjoy. Read this article to learn how to make these easy and flavorful muffins that will be perfect for any occasion.
Lemon Muffins
We love muffins in our house, but sometimes I hate getting all the different ingredients out when I just want to make a simple batch of muffins. That is why I love these cake mix lemon muffins! They are simple to make (4 ingredients), are full of flavor, and the prep and clean up are so easy. Not only that, but if you have kids that love to bake this recipe is virtually failproof! Once you make this recipe, it will soon be your go-to muffin recipe. Add in poppy seeds or berries for even more flavor.
Love easy muffins? Be sure to try our pumpkin muffins as well!
How To Make Lemon Muffins
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, milk & butter.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin tin.
- Sprinkle a little sugar on top of each muffin (optional).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
- Serve & enjoy.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- You can easily create lemon poppy seed muffins by adding 2 Tablespoons of poppy seeds to the batter.
- Get creative and add blueberries or raspberries to the batter for even more flavor. Any berries will work, just as long as they are not soggy. I use about ½ cup.
- These are best served warm.
- Try these with a cream cheese frosting.
- Love lemon flavor? Add lemon extract to the batter.
Storage
Store your lemon muffins at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Fridge
You can also store these in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Freezer
These lemon muffins freeze nicely. Place them in a freezer-safe bag and place them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheating
These are best enjoyed warm. To reheat, place in the microwave for around 20 seconds until warm.
How do you know when Lemon Muffins are done?
You will know your lemon muffins are done when you insert a toothpick in the middle of the muffin and it comes out clean.
Lemon Muffins
These Lemon Muffins are super simple to make with only 4 ingredients and are full of delicious lemony flavor that you will love. These are perfect for breakfast, snack time, and even dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 Box Lemon Cake Mix
- 1/2 Cup Melted Butter
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 Cup Milk
- Sugar (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, milk & butter.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin tin.
- Sprinkle a little sugar on top of each muffin (optional).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Serve & enjoy.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
