How to Make Lemony Poppy Seed Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the combination of tangy lemon and nutty poppy seeds that is just irresistible. These Lemony Poppy Seed Muffins are the perfect way to start your day off on a bright and sunny note. With their light and fluffy texture and the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, these muffins are sure to become a new favorite in your household. Whether you enjoy them with a hot cup of coffee in the morning or as a midday snack, these muffins are a delightful treat for any occasio...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces plain non-fat yogurt
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large lemons, zested and juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
  • Mix flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat yogurt, eggs, oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a separate bowl; pour into the flour mixture and stir until you have a light and almost fluffy batter. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 15 to 20 minutes. Turn out onto wire rack to cool slightly.
  • Nutrition

    240 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 307mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 118mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 93mg