These moist and delicious lemon poppy seed muffins bring out the citrus flavor of the zesty lemon that pairs perfectly with a light, airy interior, and crunchy poppy seeds. It’s a delightful combination that’s sure to please any palate! Lemon poppyseed muffins are a delicious, light, and fluffy treat, perfect for any time of day. They have the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a bright and zesty lemon flavor complemented by the crunchy texture of poppy seeds. The muffins are moist, airy, and have a golden brown crust. Serve these delicious treats with a dollop of cream cheese, a sprinkle of icing sugar, or just as they are, and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors.
To make this recipe, you’ll need all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, poppy seeds, lemon zest, eggs, sour cream or plain yogurt, unsalted butter, melted and cooled, freshly squeezed lemon/orange juice, and pure vanilla extract.
Sweet and citrusy Lemon Poppyseed Muffins
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minutesThese moist and delicious lemon poppy seed muffins bring out the citrus flavor of the zesty lemon that pairs perfectly with a light, airy interior and crunchy poppy seeds.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups All-purpose Flour
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoons Baking Powder
2/3 cup Sugar
2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds
2 large Eggs
2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
3/4 cup Plain Yogurt
6 tablespoons (or 3/4 stick) Unsalted Butter, Melted and Cooled
1/4 cup Lemon Juice, fresh (1 medium Lemon squeezed)
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Line 10-12 muffin cups.
- Then sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Next, mix in the sugar and poppy seeds, and then set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs with the yogurt, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour this mixture into the ingredients in the large bowl and stir until combined.
- Then, divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Once out of the oven, let the muffins cool for 10 minutes.
These muffins are delicious the same day, or they can be stored in a container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
FAQ:
Q: What makes these muffins so special?
A: The airy cake and crunchy poppy seeds with the fresh citrus flavor of the lemon make these muffins a real palate pleaser. Their light and fluffy texture, combined with the subtle sweetness of the glaze puts it over the top.
Q: How long do the muffins keep?
A: If kept in an airtight container, these muffins will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days at room temperature. Alternatively, they can be frozen for up to 3 months and thawed overnight in the fridge.
