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Almond Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
These almond lemon poppy seed muffins combine a tender crumb enriched with almond extract and lively lemon zest. The addition of poppy seeds adds subtle crunch and texture, topped with sliced almonds for extra nuttiness. Moistness is enhanced by plain Greek yogurt and melted butter, producing fluffy muffins with a bright, nutty flavor.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
15
-18 regular size muffins
Calories:
257 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 10 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 1 cup granulated sugar minus 1 tablespoon
- 2 egg large
- 1 ½ teaspoons almond extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 ½ cups plain Greek yogurt low-fat
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- ⅓ cup almonds sliced
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 375°F. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl and set aside.
- Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. One at a time, add eggs and beat well after each addition. Add the almond extract and lemon zest to the mixture and combine. Alternate dry ingredients and yogurt in thirds until batter is smooth, adding the poppy seeds in the last set of mixing.
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with baking spray. Fill the muffin cups so they mound over the top and generously sprinkle with the sliced almonds. Bake until the muffins are golden brown, about 25 minutes. Set on wire rack to cool slightly, about 5 minutes, and serve warm or at room temperature.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
257kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
43mg
(14%)
Sodium
134mg
(6%)
Potassium
141mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
278IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
94mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 15 -18 regular size muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 141mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 278IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 94mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.