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Published: May 30, 2020 · Modified: Apr 7, 2022 by Mischka

The BEST Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins

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This simple recipe creates the BEST Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins. They’re tender, moist, and absolutely delicious. The refreshing, bright, tangy flavor of lemon mixed with the sweetness of fresh blueberries is heavenly.

Looking down on a beautiful blueberry lemon muffin. Bright blue blueberries pattern the light tan muffin

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GF Lemon Blueberry Muffins

One of my closest friends recently adapted my Lemon Loaf Bread recipe into Lemon Blueberry Muffins for her mom. They are both big fans of the Lemon Bread, but her mother prefers it without the glaze. She asked if they could be turned into muffins. My friend made it happen and they were amazing.

I needed to try it for myself. The same friend recently sent me a box of Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Baking Flour for my birthday. I was (and still am) ecstatic. I have been eating mostly gluten-free again. If I have too much gluten… oy vey! I’ll save you the details for now! 

It’s a good thing I made these Lemon Blueberry Muffins gluten-free… because I cannot stop eating them!!!

They are SO good. Full of fresh blueberries. Bursting with refreshing lemon flavor. I’m going to go have another one right now… I’m serious. 

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Three GF Lemon Muffins with Blueberries, surrounded by lemon slices and loose blueberries

The BEST Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins

These tender, moist, scrumptious muffins are made with FRESH lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract for tangy perfection. 

It is important to use FRESH lemon juice in this recipe. Not what comes in those plastic, lemon-shaped containers. It really does make a difference in flavor. 

Fresh lemon juice (and zest) creates a more natural, refreshing, bright citrus taste. 

I understand squeezing lemons by hand can be a hassle. This is why I recommend using a lemon press like this Manual Fresh Juice Squeezer. It gets every last drop of juice from your lemon without getting any seeds in your juice. It also saves time and effort. I’m obsessed. 

Many tan muffins with lemon slices and blueberries on a wooden table

Fresh or Frozen Blueberries?

I have only used fresh blueberries with this recipe. They are currently in season and I’ve been eating them by the handful, so I already had some in the fridge. 

You can use frozen blueberries though. Some people recommend adding them while they are still frozen. Personally, I would thaw them before using. Otherwise, the muffins will probably take longer to bake. 

If you use fresh blueberries, please remember to pick out any stems or moldy berries. Then, rinse them before using. 

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Tips & Tricks

  • This is the MOST important tip. Do NOT over-mix the batter. Over-mixing the batter can lead to dense muffins. If you don’t mind this, then mix away. If you want light and fluffy muffins, mix all the ingredients until they are just combined. There will still be some lumps, but that’s okay!
  • Use FRESH lemon juice. I stated the importance of this above. I also talk about it in some of my other lemon recipes - How to Make Lemon Loaf Bread & Easy, Chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies.
Close up of blueberries bursting from a lemon muffin.
  • Once again, a lemon press is incredibly helpful to get every last drop of juice out of your lemon without any seeds. I like this Manual Fresh Juice Squeezer.
  • When dividing the batter into the muffin cups, use an ice cream scoop! This trick will give you evenly filled cups, take less time, and make less of a mess.
  • Enjoy the process! Baking is supposed to fun. And you get a pretty awesome treat at the end!

For other Gluten-Free Recipes, check out:
- Chewy GF Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Simple Gluten Free Banana Bread
- Baked Apple Cider Donut Muffins (Check the Gluten Free section)

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GF Lemon Blueberry Muffins

This simple recipe creates the BEST Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins. They’re tender, moist, and absolutely delicious. The refreshing, bright, tangy flavor of lemon mixed with the sweetness of fresh blueberries is heavenly
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 muffins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Eggs large
  • 1 tsp Lemon Extract
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice*
  • 2 tsp Fresh Lemon Zest*
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 1/2 cups Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, like Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour
  • 1 cup Blueberries fresh

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare a 12-count muffin pan by lining the cups with paper liners or greasing them with oil or a nonstick cooking spray. 
  • Zest a fresh lemon. This is easier to do with a zester like this Citrus Zester & Cheese Grater. Gather the zest on a small plate or in a small bowl. 
  • Squeeze the lemon over another small bowl to prepare the juice. 
  • In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and the sugar. 
  • Add the milk, eggs, lemon juice, lemon extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. 
  • In another medium mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. 
  • Stir the flour mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Over-mixing the batter will lead to a dense texture. 
  • Fold in the lemon zest and blueberries. 
  • Divide the batter into the cups of the 12-count muffin pan with an ice cream scoop. 
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until done. Oven times can vary. Please check the muffins by inserting a clean, wooden toothpick. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done. 
  • Let cool in the pan for about 20 minutes. Then transfer them to a cooling rack for another 20 minutes or so. 
  • Enjoy!

Notes

*You will need 1-2 lemons, depending on their size. 
Store the Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep for almost a week. 

If you make these muffins or any of my other recipes, please tag or mention @lovemischka on instagram or @lovemischka on Pinterest. I’d love to see them!

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