Description
Bright, zesty, and wholesome, these Lemon Chia Oat Muffins are the perfect way to start your morning or enjoy an afternoon snack. Packed with the refreshing flavor of lemon and the nutritional boost of chia seeds and oats, they’re soft, moist, and just sweet enough. Great for meal prep or grab-and-go bites, these muffins strike a balance between healthy and delicious.
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Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
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1½ cups old-fashioned oats
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp chia seeds
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1 tbsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
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2 large eggs
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½ cup honey or maple syrup
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⅓ cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
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⅓ cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
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½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
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Zest of 2 lemons
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
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½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
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¼ cup chopped nuts
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Turbinado sugar for topping
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Muffin Tin
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
3. In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Set aside while you prepare the wet mixture.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
5. In another bowl, whisk eggs, honey or maple syrup, yogurt, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
6. Add milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry
7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
8. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
9. If using blueberries or nuts, fold them in now.
Step 5: Fill Muffin Cups
10. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
11. Sprinkle tops with turbinado sugar for a sweet crunch, if desired.
Step 6: Bake
12. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
13. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use Fresh Lemons – Fresh zest and juice give the best flavor.
Don’t Overmix – Stir just until combined for tender muffins.
Try Greek Yogurt – It adds creaminess and extra protein.
Cool Before Storing – Prevents sogginess and keeps texture intact.
Make Them Mini – Use a mini muffin tin for bite-sized snacks (reduce bake time to 10-12 minutes).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American