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Air Fryer Lemon Muffins: Golden air fryer lemon muffins with crisp edges and zesty glaze on a wooden board.

No-Fail Air Fryer Lemon Muffins Golden & Tender

Chef Marcus
Bake tender, zesty muffins in minutes with this no-fail Air Fryer Baking Sweets recipe that delivers golden tops every time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Muffin Tin (6-cup)

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.33 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°F and lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin.
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, mix egg, milk, oil, lemon juice, and zest.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  • Divide batter evenly into muffin cups and place in air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 12 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Keyword Air Fryer Lemon Muffins