Extra Moist Lemon Muffins
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ingredients
Soaking Syrup:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
ingredients
For the lemon muffin batter:
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- Zest of juice of 1 lemon
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1/3 cup grapeseed oil
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Method
To make the Soaking Syrup:
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside until ready to use.
To make the Muffin Batter:
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and honey until well combined.
Step 2
Add the mascarpone cheese and mix until smooth.
Step 3
Pour in the lemon juice, lime juice, and grapeseed oil, mixing until fully incorporated.
Step 4
Sift in the flour and baking powder, along with the lemon and lime zest. Stir until just combined.
Step 5
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 6
Pour the batter into muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Step 7
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Once the muffins are out of the oven, brush them with the soaking syrup and sprinkle with additional lemon zest for garnish.