LEMON TEA MUFFINS

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I made these for my youngest daughters class party last year and they were a big hit! I love the gentle lemon taste they have. Serve with soft light cream cheese for a real treat! These are great in a mini-muffin pan as well.

Provided by MelodyOHare

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon, rind of
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 dash nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a small bowl, beat yolks for about 3 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  • Fold yolks into butter.
  • Mix flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Add 1/4 dry mixture to wet mixture alternatively with juice and peel.
  • Mix until well blended.
  • Continue to add dry to wet until it is all mixed in well.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff.
  • Fold egg whites into batter.
  • Fill muffin cups 1/2 full with batter.
  • Mix topping ingredients and sprinkle over muffins.
  • Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.6, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 55.6, Sodium 145.1, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.6, Protein 2.2

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