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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Deliciously moist and fluffy lemon poppy seed muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack, bursting with fresh lemon flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, eggs, lemon zest, poppy seeds, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the muffins are baking, prepare the glaze by combining powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  8. Once the muffins are done, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling with the lemon glaze.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g

Notes

For extra lemon flavor, you can add additional lemon zest to the glaze. Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.

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