Deze Citroen-yoghurtmuffins are simple 5-ingredient muffins made with no eggs and no dairy and higher in protein than classic muffins for a healthy and nutritious snack.
I love simple and healthy fruity muffins like my Orange Muffins, Blueberry Almond Muffinsof 3-Ingredient Banana Muffins and I wanted to make something yummy with my lemons. These lemon yogurt muffins are crazy easy to whip up and they taste delicious.
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Citroen-yoghurtmuffins
Ingrediënten
- 1 ¾ cups Zelfrijzend bakmeel - (notitie 1)
- ¾ cup Dairy-Free Greek Yogurt - (notitie 2)
- ¼ cup Citroensap - from 2 lemons + zest from 1 lemon
- ⅔ cup Ongeraffineerde rietsuiker - (notitie 3)
- ⅓ cup Olijfolie met milde smaak - or canola oil
Optional falvors
- 1 theelepel Vanille-extract - or 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
Lemon glaze
- ½ cup Poedersuiker
- 1 eetlepel Citroensap
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-hole muffin tin with muffin paper liners. Slightly oil with oil spray. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and vanilla extract if your yogurt is unflavored/unsweetened.
- Fold in self-rising flour and use a rubber spatula to incorporate. Stir until the batter is smooth and thick.
- Divide the batter evenly into the 12 muffin holes.
- Bake the muffins at 350°F (180°C) for 22-25 minutes or until the top is lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffins comes out clean.
- Let them cool down on a cooling rack at room temperature for 1 hour before decorating with the optional icing .
Citroen Glazuur
- You don't have to glaze the muffins, they taste sweet and good without the glaze. But, if you want an extra touch of sweeteness make the glazing.
- In a small mixing bowl stir powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Stir with a spoon until smooth.
- Drizzle on top of the cooled muffins with a pinch of extra grated lemon zest for a tangy flavor.
Notes
Voedingsbegeleiding
Ingrediënten en vervangingen
You only need 5 simple ingredients to make these muffins. Here’s how.

- Zelfrijzend bakmeel – This gives the muffins their light and tender crumbs. You can also make your own by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder (3 teaspoons per 1 ¾ cups flour) if self-rising flour isn’t available. Note that almond or oat flours won’t yield the same texture. For a gluten-free option, use my glutenvrije converter, Maar vergeet het bakpoeder niet.
- Dairy-Free Greek Yogurt – This ingredient adds moisture, creaminess, and a protein boost while keeping the muffins dairy-free. Whether you choose soy, coconut, oat, or cashew yogurt, each will work nicely; just note that soy yogurt tends to be higher in protein.
- Lemon Juice & Lemon Zest – Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the vibrant tangy flavor that defines these muffins. The juice adds brightness and moisture, while the zest intensifies the citrus aroma. For best results, use lemons that are freshly squeezed and well-washed before zesting.
- Suiker – To sweeten the batter and balance the tartness of the lemon. You can opt for unrefined cane sugar, coconut sugar, or brown sugar. If you have a particularly sweet tooth, feel free to increase the amount slightly.
- Light Olive Oil (or Canola Oil) – This contributes to richness and moisture without the heaviness of butter. Its neutral flavor ensures that the lemon and yogurt remain the stars of the recipe. Other mild vegetable oils can be substituted as needed.
- Vanilla Extract or Almond Extract – These optional extracts add a subtle warmth and complexity to the flavor profile. Use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (or ½ teaspoon of almond extract) especially if your yogurt is unflavored, to avoid a bland muffin.
- Poedersuiker – To drizzle over the cooled muffins for an extra touch of sweetness and a glossy finish.
- Citroensap – To make a lemony glazing.
How to Make Lemon Yogurt Muffins
This is a really easy recipe to whip up.

Combine the wet ingredients in a large mixing bowl and add the lemon zest.

Pour the self-rising flour on top of the lemon mixture and combine it until just mixed.

Use an ice cream scoop to measure the dough and place it in a muffin tin lined with muffin cases.

Bake the muffins at 350 °F (180 °C) for 22-25 minutes.
Carnie’s Baking Tips
Let me share a few more tips to help you make the best possible muffins.
- Fold in Flour Gently: After adding the self-rising flour, use a rubber spatula to fold the batter until just combined. Overmixing can lead to a denser texture.
- Even Batter Distribution: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups to ensure uniform baking and consistent muffin sizes.
- Cool Before Glazing: Allow the muffins to cool completely on a cooling rack (about 1 hour) before drizzling with the lemon glaze to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- Prepare a Smooth Glaze: For the glaze, stir together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding a bit more lemon juice if necessary.
- Use Fresh Lemons: Fresh lemon juice and zest provide a more vibrant flavor compared to bottled options, so choose ripe, fragrant lemons for the best taste.
- Optional Flavor Boost: If you enjoy a hint of salt in your baked goods, consider adding a pinch (about ¼ teaspoon) to boost the overall flavor profile.
- Smaak Boost: For extra texture and flavor, try folding in a handful of blueberries or raspberries into the batter before baking.
- Topping-opties: Sprinkling poppy or sesame seeds on top before baking adds a subtle crunch.
- Lemon Glazing: Add grated lemon zest into the glaze for extra flavors.
Bewaaradvies
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge voor maximaal 4 dagen. For longer storage, freeze the muffins and thaw them at room temperature the day before you plan to enjoy them.







Would this be considered Vegan?
All my recipes are vegan. I only bake with dairy-free yogurt, no eggs, no animal product.
I really had to trust the process for this recipe as the batter seemed way too thick. But I did trust it because I have made Carine’s recipes before. I’m so glad I did because these are a great little treat to make for plant based eaters who have a sweet tooth! Thank you!
Aww that’s so sweet to hear! thank you.
What substitutions can I make if I need to use oat flour?
This recipe won’t work with oat flour, I don’t recommend you try, it will be dense and fragile.
I just made the Lemon muffin with your converter chart
For the first Time the muffins look like muffin and not like a brick
Thank you so much to share your expertise
Suzanne Quebec Canada
Thank you so much Suzanne! I am so happy that you can finally enjoy a tasty gluten-free muffin. I can’t wait to hear about what you are baking next.
They are good!! I added poppyseeds to mine which was good! I’m dairy free and egg free cause my baby is allergic. And it’s been hard to find snacks without egg and dairy but these muffins are good for being Df and egg free!
Thank you for the lovely review, poppyseeds sounds delicious in these!
Can you substitute Monkfruit for sugar in this recipe?
Yes, if what you mean by Monk fruit is a a blend of erythritol and monk fruit, a 1:1 ratio swap to sugar. Pure monk fruit won’t work.
Do you think these could be made in a cake pan? I don’t have muffin tins.
Probably, I haven’t tried but 12 muffin batter match a 9-inch pan.
I baked these twice already, once with blueberries and once without. Both tasted so yummy we have eaten them in one go ♀️ so can’t guarantee they will last 4 days in the fridge .
I baked mine with regular Greek yogurt and rapeseed oil and it worked great. Thank you for another wonderful recipe.
Thank you so much for lovely feedback!
Can you use plain whole milk yogurt?
Sure, any yogurt work for this recipe
can you use melted coconut oil in place of the canola olive oil
Yes, but melted coconut oil firm up and form lumps in contact with cold food like yogurt straight out the fridge. It makes the batter impossible to stir, so make sure both ingredient don’t touch each other.