Are you looking for a scrumptious and easy-to-prepare breakfast or snack option? Look no further than these delectable lemon poppy seed muffins! Bursting with citrusy tang and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, these muffins are sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the poppy seeds.
- Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups (about 3/4 full).
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the muffins in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve these delightful lemon poppy seed muffins with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a perfect morning treat or enjoy as a snack any time of the day. You can even make a batch ahead of time and freeze them for later. With their irresistible aroma and zesty flavor, these muffins are sure to become a household favorite in no time!
