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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

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Easy homemade zesty breakfast treat with bright lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup granulated white sugar (150g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well. Zest and juice lemons first. Measure all ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and poppy seeds until evenly distributed.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs lightly, then add milk, vegetable oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

[‘Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.’, ‘Use fresh lemon zest and juice for best flavor.’, ‘Measure flour by spooning into cup and leveling off to avoid dry muffins.’, ‘Use whole poppy seeds for best texture and appearance.’, ‘Paper liners or greasing muffin tin prevents sticking.’, ‘Optional lemon glaze can be added after baking.’]

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