Description
There’s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked Lemon Poppyseed Muffins with Lemon Glaze wafting through the kitchen. It instantly brightens my day! As a busy mom, I know how precious time is, and this recipe is a quick solution for those hectic mornings. These muffins are not just easy to whip up; they’re also a delightful treat that can impress your loved ones. Imagine serving these fluffy, zesty bites at breakfast or brunch, and watching everyone’s faces light up. Trust me, you’ll want to keep this recipe close at hand!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, poppy seeds, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, combine lemon juice, yogurt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 16–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled muffins before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the lemon juice in the glaze for desired consistency.
- Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg