Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a delightful treat with a zesty lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- All-Purpose Flour
- Poppy Seeds
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Sugar (granulated and brown)
- Lemon Zest
- Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- Eggs
- Milk (whole or almond)
- Vegetable Oil
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and poppy seeds.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, oil, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling each cup two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Add blueberries or cranberries for an extra fruity twist. Substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for richer muffins. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.