Instructions
1. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Beat the Eggs and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the batter, making the muffins light and tender.
Add Lemon Zest and Salt:
Add the lemon zest and a pinch of salt to the egg mixture. Mix well to distribute the flavors evenly.
Incorporate Oil and Yogurt:
Gradually add the sunflower oil and yogurt (or sour cream or kefir) to the mixture, blending until well combined. The yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang to the batter.
2. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
Sift Together Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. This ensures that the baking powder is evenly distributed, which helps the muffins rise evenly.
Mix Dry with Wet Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense and tough.
3. Prepare the Muffin Tin:
Line or Grease the Muffin Tin:
Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray to prevent the muffins from sticking.
Add Peaches:
Place a few slices of the drained peaches in syrup at the bottom of each muffin cup. This will create a lovely fruit layer at the base of the muffins.
4. Fill the Muffin Cups:
Spoon the Batter:
Spoon the batter over the peaches in each muffin cup, filling them about 3/4 full. This gives the muffins room to rise without overflowing.
Top with More Peaches:
Place a few more slices of peach on top of the batter in each cup. This not only adds more fruit but also gives a beautiful appearance to the muffins.
5. Bake the Muffins:
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. The muffins should be golden brown and spring back when lightly touched.
Cool:
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents them from becoming soggy.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these peach muffins as a delicious snack or dessert. They pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. For an extra touch, you can dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light lemon glaze.
Health Benefits
These peach muffins are not only tasty but also offer some nutritional benefits. The peaches provide vitamins and fiber, while the yogurt adds calcium and protein. Using sunflower oil helps keep the muffins moist and light without the need for butter.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 180
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 12g
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 120mg
