Zesty Lemon Poppy Seed Mini Muffins
Delight in these Zesty Lemon Poppy Seed Mini Muffins, perfect for breakfast or as a light snack. Infused with the bright flavor of fresh lemon and the delightful crunch of poppy seeds, these mini muffins are moist and bursting with flavor. Ideal for sharing at brunch or as a treat any time of the day, this recipe is quick to prepare and yields 24 fluffy bites that are sure to impress your family and friends.
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Servings
75
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
milk
1/3 cup (measured)
vegetable oil
1/4 cup (measured)
lemon yogurt
6 ounces (measured)
egg
1 (beaten)
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (measured)
sugar
1/4 cup (measured)
poppy seeds
2 tablespoons (measured)
grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon (zested)
baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease the bottoms of 24 miniature muffin cups or line them with mini paper liners for easy removal.
3
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, lemon yogurt, and egg until well combined and smooth.
4
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, poppy seeds, grated lemon rind, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be just combined.
6
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
9.6g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many muffins does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 24 mini muffins.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do these mini muffins bake for?
Bake the muffins for 10 to 12 minutes.
What is the calorie count for one muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 75 calories.
What kind of yogurt do I need for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of lemon yogurt.
How much fat is in each muffin?
Each mini muffin has 3.3g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per muffin?
Each muffin contains 9.6g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these muffins?
There is 1.25g of protein per muffin.
Can I use liners for the muffin tin?
Yes, you can use mini paper liners for easy removal or grease the bottoms of the muffin cups.
How much batter should I put in each cup?
Fill each miniature muffin cup about two-thirds full.
How can I tell if the muffins are fully baked?
They are done when they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should I mix the wet and dry ingredients all at once?
No, whisk the wet ingredients first, then mix the dry ingredients separately before gradually combining them.
Why is it important not to overmix the batter?
Overmixing can affect the texture; you should stir until the dry ingredients are just combined.
What gives these muffins their lemon flavor?
The bright lemon flavor comes from both lemon yogurt and one tablespoon of grated lemon rind.
How much lemon zest is required?
You will need 1 tablespoon of grated lemon rind, which should be zested.
How many poppy seeds are in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of poppy seeds for a delightful crunch.
What type of flour should I use?
Use 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour for this recipe.
What kind of oil is recommended for these muffins?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
Does this recipe include salt?
Yes, it includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much baking soda is needed?
You will need 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda for the batter.
How should the egg be prepared?
The egg should be beaten before being whisked into the milk, oil, and yogurt mixture.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast or as a light snack.
Can I serve these at a brunch?
Yes, they are ideal for sharing at brunch or as a treat any time of day.
What is the best way to cool the muffins?
Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How much milk is required for the batter?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of milk.
How much sugar do I need for this recipe?
You will need 1/4 cup of sugar.
What size muffin tin should I use?
You should use 24 miniature muffin cups for this recipe.
Is this recipe quick to prepare?
Yes, the recipe is quick to prepare and produces fluffy bites in about 10 to 12 minutes of baking time.
What is the overall texture of these muffins?
These mini muffins are moist, fluffy, and burst with lemon flavor and a slight crunch from the poppy seeds.