🍋 Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins 🍋�
Bright, Zesty & Buttery—These Bakery-Style Muffins Are Bursting with Lemon Sunshine in Every Bite!
Ingredients:
For the Streusel:
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp sanding sugar (plus more for topping)
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Muffins:
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (adjust for desired thickness)
• Yellow gel paste food coloring (just a tiny drop, optional)
Instructions:
1. Make the Streusel Topping:�In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, 1 tbsp sanding sugar, lemon zest, flour, and salt.�Stir in melted butter until the mixture is crumbly. Set aside.
2. Prep the Muffin Batter:�Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease well.�In a large bowl, rub the lemon zest into the sugar using your fingers until fragrant.�Whisk in flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.�In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, lemon juice, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.�Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix.
3. Assemble & Bake:�Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.�Sprinkle streusel topping over each muffin and add a pinch of extra sanding sugar for sparkle.�Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and tops are golden.�Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Glaze:�In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.�Add a tiny drop of yellow gel food coloring and stir until smooth and vibrant.
5. Glaze & Serve:�Drizzle glaze over cooled muffins using a spoon or piping bag. Let set for 10–15 minutes.�Enjoy with tea, coffee, or all on their own as a bright pick-me-up!
6. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Cool & Glaze Time: 20 minutes�Total Time: 1 hour�Serving: Makes 12 muffins�Calorie Count per serving: Approximately 280–320 Kcal per muffin
These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are soft, fluffy, and full of zesty flavor with a sweet crunch on top—perfect for spring brunches, Mother’s Day breakfast, or anytime lemony cravings strike! 🍋💛