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Brown Butter Lemon Zucchini Muffins

Brown Butter Lemon Zucchini Muffins for Cozy Mornings

These Brown Butter Lemon Zucchini Muffins combine nutty flavor with citrus freshness, making for a cozy breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 medium Zucchini Grated and squeezed to remove moisture
  • 1 stick Brown Butter Melted and browned
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds Can be replaced with chia seeds or omitted
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Small-curd varieties work best
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Or gluten-free flour if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder For rise
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda For rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to preference

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Grater
  • light-colored saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or cooking spray.
  2. Melt butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a towel.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  5. In another bowl, whisk browned butter, sugar, eggs, yogurt, lemon zest, and zucchini until smooth.
  6. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in poppy seeds.
  8. Portion batter into muffin cups, filling them 2/3 full.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini is well-drained to avoid dense muffins. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently to prevent tough muffins.

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