Description
Graduation Lemon Poppyseed Muffins are a delightful combination of zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for celebrating special occasions or brightening everyday moments. These soft, fluffy muffins are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends with their refreshing flavor and sunny appearance. Enjoy them fresh from the oven as a tasty treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and poppy seeds until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk, melted butter, lemon juice, and zest.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg