Description
Zesty lemon poppy seed muffins dance with bright citrus notes and delicate crunch. Sweet breakfast treats promise pure morning delight that energizes you with sunshine-kissed flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups (595 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups (296 ml) lemon lifeway kefir, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) milk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) canola oil
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Dry Seasonings and Additions:
- 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
Glaze and Flavoring:
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and arrange paper liners in a muffin tin, creating a perfect stage for these zesty treats.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients – flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds – creating a light, airy foundation.
- Whisk together the wet components in a separate vessel: kefir, milk, oil, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest, forming a vibrant, fragrant liquid.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated. Embrace the lumpy texture – it’s a sign of tender muffins to come.
- Utilize an ice cream scoop to distribute the batter evenly, filling each liner about two-thirds full with precision.
- Begin baking at 400°F for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 375°F and continue baking for 17-20 minutes until a toothpick emerges clean from the center.
- Allow the muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Craft a silky glaze by blending powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins, creating an elegant finishing touch that adds a sweet shimmer.
- Serve and savor these delightful lemon poppy seed muffins, a perfect balance of tangy and sweet.
Notes
- Toast poppy seeds lightly before adding to enhance their nutty, aromatic flavor and release more intense taste.
- Swap kefir with Greek yogurt or buttermilk for similar tangy moisture if unavailable.
- For gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain texture.
- Reduce sugar by 25% and use alternative sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier twist without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg