Description
Delightful lemon poppyseed muffins combine zesty citrus with nutty seeds for a perfect breakfast treat. Moist crumb and tangy flavor make these muffins irresistible when you want a quick, satisfying morning bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) melted unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps poppy seeds
- 2 tsps baking powder
- Zest and juice of 1-2 medium lemons
Instructions
- Elevate your oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or coat with nonstick spray.
- Sift together the dry ingredients – flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and poppy seeds in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a uniform mixture.
- Whisk melted butter with eggs, milk, freshly grated lemon zest, and tangy lemon juice until the liquid components blend seamlessly.
- Create a gentle well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the liquid mixture into it, stirring minimally to prevent overworking the batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the tops turn a rich golden brown and a toothpick inserted emerges clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins rest in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the texture to set perfectly.
- Serve at room temperature, enjoying the bright citrus notes and delicate crunch of poppy seeds.
Notes
- Adjust poppy seed quantity for subtle or pronounced texture preferences, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for maximum bright, citrusy flavor that elevates the entire muffin profile.
- Minimize mixing to prevent tough muffins; fold ingredients until just combined to maintain a tender, light crumb.
- For gluten-free adaptation, swap wheat flour with almond or oat flour, adding xanthan gum for better binding and structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 204 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg