Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Brighten up your morning with a burst of citrus sunshine – these Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are the perfect way to start your day! Moist, flavorful, and fragrant with fresh lemon zest, these tender treats are infused with a delightful crunch from the poppy seeds.

Ready Time

45 mins

Yields

6 servings

Ingredients

all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups
granulated sugar 1 cup
baking powder 2 teaspoons
salt 1/4 teaspoon
unsalted butter softened 1/2 cup
large eggs 2
milk 1/2 cup
freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons
grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon
vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon
poppy seeds 1 tablespoon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 6-cup muffin tin with paper liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter until it’s creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

In a small bowl, whisk together milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.

Add this mixture to the butter mixture, beating until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.

Do not overmix.

Stir in poppy seeds. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Make sure to not overmix the batter, as it can lead to dense muffins.

If you don’t have freshly squeezed lemon juice, you can use bottled lemon juice as a substitute.

Don’t overbake, as the muffins can dry out quickly. These muffins are best consumed within 3 days of baking, or you can freeze them for up to 2 months.

If you want a stronger lemon flavor, you can add another tablespoon or two of lemon juice.

These muffins are perfect for a breakfast or brunch gathering.