Moist Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins with fresh lemon zest and juice.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

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We’ve all had mornings where the kitchen looks like a bakery exploded and every breakfast option feels just a little… boring. Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins to the rescue! You know, that zingy, bright-smelling batch you can just grab on your way out the door.

I’m super picky about muffins (blame my grandmother, honestly), so when I say these make breakfast feel special but not high-maintenance, I mean it. If you also love the blueberry touch, you HAVE to check out these lemon blueberry Greek yogurt muffins I found—they’re wild.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins
Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Ingredients You Need

Alright, so here’s what you’ll want to round up before getting started. Honestly, nothing too wild. Just the basics, plus a couple of bossy ingredients that make all the difference.

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (I’ve played around with whole wheat, but trust me, start with regular)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted; can swap with butter, but coconut oil pairs better with citrus)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (yes, zest, not juice, for max flavor)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh is always best—those bottled ones… nah)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (the real star)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Sometimes, I toss in a handful of poppy seeds for that classic muffin vibe. Totally optional, though.

Here’s what one reader said:

“I never knew muffins could be this moist—seriously, the yogurt makes them feel bakery-level. And the lemon punch is perfect. My picky teenager finally ate breakfast!” —Judy from Vermont

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s not make this more complicated than it is. I always say simple is better, especially before coffee.

First, preheat your oven to 350°F. Line your handy muffin tin with paper liners. Grab two bowls. In one, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt. In the other (the bigger one), whisk sugar, coconut oil, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice until it looks like a creamy, sunny mess.

Time for Greek yogurt! Fold it into your wet mixture. Don’t rush; this part almost feels zen to me. Add the dry ingredients into the wet slowly. Use a spatula, not a mixer, for tender muffins. I still regret the time I overmixed—those muffins were like rubber tires.

Fill each muffin cup almost to the top. Pop them in the oven and let them bake 16 to 18 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean, but make sure to check a couple muffins—my oven lies sometimes.

Once done, let them cool on a rack (if you can wait). Warm muffins, though? Oof, irresistible.\

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

How to Store

I’ve been burned by soggy muffins more times than I care to admit. Here’s my tried-and-true method. After they’re 100% cool, stash them in an airtight container. Room temp is fine for two, maybe three days. If you’re stretching it, pop them in the fridge— but they’ll start to lose a little softness.

For long-term, freeze ’em! Wrap each muffin in plastic wrap, then stick the whole batch in a freezer bag. Defrost overnight (or, let’s be real, microwave for 15 seconds if you’re impatient like me). They stay tasty for a good month.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Best Tips for Success

Muffins can be little divas, so let’s keep things honest. Don’t overmix; that’s the secret handshake among muffin pros, I swear. Greek yogurt needs to be plain and not the super-runny kind or your batter gets weird. If you want a stronger lemon vibe, go extra with the zest. Gently fold everything together, especially if you’re adding berries or poppy seeds.

Don’t stress if they look a little pale on top; these aren’t those sugar-packed, coffee shop muffins with a golden crunch. They’ll be soft and fluffy, which is what we want.

Table-seo-wise, this is the kind of breakfast you can feel a bit smug about. It’s not just dessert for breakfast. It has yogurt! Which is practically healthy eating, sort of.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Need to make a substitution?

Look, sometimes you open the fridge and realize you’re out of something essential. Don’t panic. Here are quick swaps I’ve tried:

  • Out of coconut oil? Use melted butter, same amount. It’s a touch richer.
  • No Greek yogurt? Sour cream works, but it gives a different tang.
  • Don’t eat eggs? I’ve used flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoons water per egg). Muffins come out just fine.
  • Gluten-free? Cup-for-cup GF flour mixes behave pretty nicely here.

Maybe it won’t taste like a five-star restaurant, but it’ll save your brunch and your sanity.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins
Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

If the muffin bug bites and you’re hungry for more, there are other game-changers out there. These Greek yogurt lemon blueberry pancake bites are next on my bake list. Or, if you want to branch out, check out Greek Yogurt Lemon Muffins: Amazingly Delicious – 31 Daily for another spin on lemony goodness. Muffin mornings, sorted.

Lemon Greek Yogurt Muffins

Deliciously moist and zesty lemon muffins made with Greek yogurt, perfect for a quick breakfast on-the-go.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Regular flour recommended; whole wheat is an option.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted) Can be swapped with butter.
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Use zest, not juice.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Fresh juice is preferred.
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt The key ingredient for moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
  • 1/4 cup poppy seeds Optional for added texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another larger bowl, whisk together sugar, melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until creamy.
  4. Fold the Greek yogurt into the wet mixture.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fill each muffin cup almost to the top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Let muffins cool on a rack before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or in the fridge for longer. Can be frozen for up to a month.

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