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Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins is the perfect sweet treat. The muffins have a ton of lemon flavor and are baked with a soft center and a sweet glaze.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Let Cool
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 292 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Muffins:
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin tin with muffin liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds and salt.  Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, eggs and vanilla extract until combined and smooth.
  4. Slowly stir in the dry ingredients with a spatula until just combined.  Be careful not to over mix the batter.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the muffin tin.
  6. Bake for 15-17 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffins comes out clean and the top of the muffins are golden brown.
  7. Let the muffins sit for 10 minutes in the pan and then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients.  Drizzle the glaze over the muffins and then they are ready to serve and enjoy

Notes

  • Store the leftover muffins in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for up to 3-5 days.  

Nutrition Information

Calories 292kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 49mg (16%) Sodium 235mg (10%) Potassium 88mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 28g (56%) Vitamin A 288IU (6%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 98mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 292

% Daily Value*

Calories 292kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Potassium 88mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 28g 56%
Vitamin A 288IU 6%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 98mg 10%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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