Description
Delicious and refreshing Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice, mixing until combined.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in poppy seeds.
- Divide the batter into the muffin tin and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg