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Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These lemon poppy seed muffins made with yogurt and lemon zest are moist and delicious, with loads of crunchy poppy seeds. A tart lemony glaze adds even more lemony flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 2613.3 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 12-cup Muffin Pan For baking the muffins evenly.
  • 2 Mixing Bowls One for dry ingredients, one for wet, and a small one for the glaze.
  • 1 Whisk or Spatula For combining ingredients, especially important for gentle mixing of the batter.
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons For accurate ingredient portions.
  • 1 Wooden Skewer Essential for piercing muffins to absorb the glaze.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup poppy seeds
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup lemon-flavored yogurt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Combine flour, 3/4 cup sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Mix eggs, yogurt, oil, and lemon zest together in a separate bowl until well blended. Pour over flour mixture, then mix until just combined. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Spoon batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups, filling each ¾ full. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 15 minutes. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes.  Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze: Stir lemon juice and 3 tablespoons sugar together until sugar dissolves. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Pierce the top of each muffin several times with a wooden skewer while they are still warm. Slowly pour about 1 tablespoon lemon glaze over the top of each muffin. Allrecipes / Christine Ma
  • Let muffins continue to cool in the pan until glaze has set, about 10 minutes more. Allrecipes / Christine Ma

Notes

Achieving a tender crumb is paramount for muffins; avoid overmixing the batter at all costs. Mix the wet and dry ingredients only until *just* combined; a few lumps are perfectly acceptable. For an extra burst of lemon flavor, consider adding a touch of fresh lemon extract to the wet ingredients. When applying the glaze, ensure the muffins are still warm, as this allows for better absorption and a more even distribution of the tart sweetness. For enhanced presentation, a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest over the glazed muffins adds visual appeal and aromatic complexity. Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their freshness and moisture.