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Almond Poppy Seed Muffins

Almond poppy seed muffins are light, fluffy, and a perfect combination of flavor! Make a double batch and freeze some for a quick breakfast on-the-go. 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 15 muffins
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar heaping
  • 1 cup buttermilk see note
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425º F (see note).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. 
  3. Create a well in the dry ingredients and pour the buttermilk, oil, eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract into the well. 
  4. Mix until just combined, do not over mix.
  5. Gently fold in the poppy seeds, do not over mix.
  6. Divide batter evenly among about 15 muffin cups, they will be almost full.
  7. Bake at 425 degrees F for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.

Notes

  • If you don't have buttermilk, replace 1 tablespoon of the milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes. Instant buttermilk!
  • If you are using a thin muffin tin or a really dark colored muffin tin, lower the oven temperature to 400ºF. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 181mg (8%) Potassium 123mg (4%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 60IU (1%) Calcium 62mg (6%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15muffins

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 181mg 8%
Potassium 123mg 3%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 60IU 1%
Calcium 62mg 6%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.