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Delicious homemade lemon poppyseed muffin, perfect for stress relief and boosting mood. Fresh, zesty.

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Tender, moist lemon poppyseed muffins with a bright citrus flavor, a delicate crunch from poppy seeds, and a sweet glaze on top.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup melted butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Topping
  • 1-2 tbsp granulated sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk butter, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, lemon zest, and juice.
  4. Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
  5. Divide batter into muffin cups, filling 2/3 full. Sprinkle sugar on top.
  6. Bake 18–22 minutes. Cool slightly, then transfer to a rack.
  7. Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for glaze, drizzle over muffins, and sprinkle extra sugar if desired.
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