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Easy Zesty Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Recipe with Sweet Glaze

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These easy zesty lemon poppy seed muffins with a sweet glaze offer a perfect balance of bright lemon zing and subtle crunch, making them a delightful treat for brunch, breakfast, or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds (black preferred)
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt (can substitute with dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil (neutral oil like canola recommended)
  • Zest of 2 fresh lemons
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: a tiny pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter using an ice cream scoop or spoon.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool the muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While muffins cool, whisk together powdered sugar and 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins and let it set for about 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor and avoid the white pith to prevent bitterness. Let muffins cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the glaze. Rotate the pan halfway through baking if muffins rise unevenly. Room temperature eggs and yogurt blend better.

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