Lemon Curd Muffins: A Zesty Homemade Delight

When life gives you lemons, make Lemon Curd Muffins! These homemade muffins are a bright and flavorful treat, perfect for any time of day.

Welcome back to my food blog, foodie friends! My name is Merry, and I’m thrilled that you’re here. For those of you who don’t know me, I absolutely adore developing easy-to-make recipes so that families can enjoy good, homemade meals and desserts without breaking a sweat.

Today, I’m showing you how to bake the most perfect batch (if I do say so myself!), of Lemon Curd Muffins. With a soft, fluffy texture thanks to Greek yogurt and a luscious homemade lemon curd center, these muffins are sure to brighten your day.

Why Make Lemon Curd Muffins at Home?

Homemade Lemon Curd Muffins are more than just a treat—they’re a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and simple baking joy. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quiet morning with a cup of tea, these muffins will quickly become a household favorite – much like how they’ve become a favorite in ours.

How to Serve and Store Lemon Muffins

Serve these muffins slightly warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers (if there are any, that is!) in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze them for up to a month. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven for a fresh-from-the-bakery experience.

Can I use store-bought lemon curd instead of homemade?

Yes, you can use store-bought lemon curd as a shortcut. Although I provide the recipe for a homemade curd, there’s nothing wrong with making a few steps easier for yourself! You can usually find fruit curds in the jam and spread aisles of most grocery stores.

How long does homemade lemon curd last?

There are lots of sources out there that’ll say that homemade lemon curd can keep up for up to a month. Personally, I like storing it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container to keep its freshness, and no more than that.

Got any more lemon-flavored desserts?

Absolutely! If there’s anything I truly love, is a good citrus dessert! Be sure to check out my Glazed Lemon Loaf, Iced Lemon Cookies, or even my Lemon Berry Scones.

Check out my other muffin recipes

While I have you here, why not check out all of my other muffin creations? I’ve got quite a few to choose from!

Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Delicious Double Chocolate Muffins

Saskatoon Berry Muffins

What ingredient do I need to make Lemon Curd Muffins?

Be sure you have the following ingredients before making these muffins:

• Lemons
• Eggs
• Granulated sugar
• Butter
• All-purpose flour
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Greek yogurt
• Canola oil

How to Make Lemon Curd Muffins

Start by preparing the lemon curd. Add lemon juice, eggs, sugar and lemon zest to a sauce pan. Heat over medium while whisking constantly so that the egg doesn’t cook. Bring to a boil then lower the heat. Stir until thick, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and add butter and stir to incorporate. Allow to cool while you prepare the muffin batter.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a muffin pan with paper liners. Set aside.

In a large bowl, sift together all dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder and soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, oil, egg, and lemon zest and juice.

Slowly add dry ingredient into wet ingredients and mix until a muffin batter forms. The batter will be thick.

Fill each section of the muffin tin about 1/3 to ½ way and then add a layer of lemon card. Top off each section with remaining muffin batter. You can use the back of a spoon to even out the tops to make sure the curd is covered.

Bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown.

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