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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a delightful combination of tangy lemon and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for breakfast or a snack anytime.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Step 2: Prepare the Muffin Tin – Grease the muffin cups with butter or use paper liners.
  • Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients – Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds in a bowl.
  • Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients – Mix melted butter, eggs, milk, lemon zest, and juice in another bowl.
  • Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures – Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
  • Step 6: Fill Muffin Cups – Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  • Step 7: Bake the Muffins – Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Step 8: Cool and Enjoy – Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Let muffins cool completely before storing.

  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg