Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor, balanced with the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. This amazing lemon poppy seed muffins recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack with a refreshing homemade touch.
Ingredients
- Dry ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Wet ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 –3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar, eggs, oil, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let muffins cool slightly, then drizzle with lemon glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Yogurt or sour cream helps create a moist texture.
- Fill muffin cups evenly for consistent baking.
- Add glaze after cooling for a better finish.