Orange Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Recipe

Name: Orange Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 3 tablespoons poppy seeds; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup salted butter, melted; 1 orange, juice and zest of; 2 lemons, juice and zest of; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1/2 cup yogurt, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
1 orange, juice and zest of
2 lemons, juice and zest of
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup yogurt, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 425°F Spray or line with paper cups a 12-count muffin tin. Set aside.
2
In a large bowl, whisk the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, lemon and orange juices, lemon and orange zests, together until combined.
4
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each addition. Whisk in the yogurt and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix together until no pockets of flour remain. Do not over mix. The batter is extremely thick.
5
Spoon the thick batter into the muffin tins, filling them all the way to the top. Bake for 5 minutes at 425F degrees. Keeping muffins in the oven, reduce oven temperature to 375 F and continue to bake for 10-13 minutes longer until tops are lightly golden.
6
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
7
Muffins stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

729

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons poppy seeds, and more.

Yes, Orange Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Orange Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

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Variations & substitutions

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