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Lemon Poppy seed Muffins

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins That Taste Like a Bakery Dream

Delightful Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins that capture the essence of bakery flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds Can substitute with sesame seeds.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Can substitute with 1/4 cup applesauce.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can use non-dairy milk.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is preferred.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional for deeper flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, oil, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, folding until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about ⅘ full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F, then lower the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-17 minutes.
  7. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. Store muffins at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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