Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugars, and salt for the streusel topping. Drizzle in the melted unsalted butter, and mix until resembling coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest, vanilla extract, lemon extract, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed until just combined.
- In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese with powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, add a dollop of cream cheese filling, then top with more batter to 2/3-3/4 full. Sprinkle atop streusel.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown.
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
Nutrition
Notes
Use freshly zested lemons for the best flavor and avoid over-mixing the batter to prevent tough muffins.
