Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a delightful burst of sunshine in every bite! These moist and fluffy treats combine the tangy brightness of fresh lemons with the delightful crunch of poppy seeds. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, they are simple to make and sure to brighten your day with their irresistible aroma and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in melted butter, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg