Raspberry Lemon Muffins

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These muffins are bursting with fruity raspberry flavor.  The lemon yogurt adds another twist and some healthy probiotics.  Try them for breakfast or brunch.

6 tablespoons butter or canola oil margarine, softened

1 cup sugar or sugar substitute (e.g., Splenda)
2 eggs
2½ cups flour (can use half whole wheat or oat flour)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 cup lemon yogurt
¼ cup milk
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries

Topping (optional):
1 cup quick cooking oats
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup butter or margarine, melted
3 tablespoons raspberry preserves

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.  Beat in eggs.  Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and lemon peel in a separate bowl; add to butter and sugar mixture alternately with yogurt and milk.  Gently fold in raspberries.

Drop mixture into 6 greased muffin tins.  Combine the topping ingredients and spoon onto top of muffins.

Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes and cool for approximately 5-10 minutes before serving.  Serve warm and enjoy!