Best 5 Lemon Poppy Seed Quinoa Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing symphony of flavors with our exquisite Lemon Poppy Seed Quinoa Muffins. These delightful treats are a harmonious blend of tangy lemon, crunchy poppy seeds, and the wholesome goodness of quinoa. Each bite offers a delightful burst of citrusy freshness, complemented by the nutty texture of quinoa and the delicate crunch of poppy seeds. Prepare to be captivated by their light and fluffy texture, a perfect balance of moistness and crumbliness. These muffins are not just a culinary delight; they are also a healthier alternative to traditional muffins, packed with the goodness of quinoa and bursting with natural flavors. Our recipe collection includes variations to suit every taste preference, from classic lemon poppy seed to tantalizing blueberry lemon poppy seed and indulgent chocolate chip lemon poppy seed. Embark on a delightful baking journey and create these delectable muffins that will surely impress your loved ones and become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK LEMON POPPY SEED MUFFINS



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Lemony lemon poppy seed muffins with a sweet glaze.

Provided by horsephoto

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Poppy Seed Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅔ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
2 lemons, zested
1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 10 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Beat sugar and oil together in a bowl with an electric mixer. Add eggs and lemon zest; beat until smooth.
  • Stir flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt together in bowl; gradually beat into the sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk and 2 tablespoons lemon juice until you achieve a smooth batter. Stir vanilla extract into the batter; pour into prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 25 to 35 minutes. Cool muffins in pans for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Stir confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons lemon juice together in a bowl; drizzle over tops of cooled muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 133 mg, Sugar 22.7 g

LEMONY POPPY SEED MUFFINS



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These golden goodies are always popular at brunches and bake sales. For a great holiday gift, put the muffins in a pretty basket or other container and add a jar of preserves. Kimberly Baxter, Exeter, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 jumbo muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the sour cream, lemon juice, extracts and lemon zest. , Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in poppy seeds. , Fill six greased jumbo muffin pans. Bake at until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20-23 minutes. Remove to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

LEMON POPPY SEED MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for greasing the pan
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2/3 cup granulated sugar, plus up to 1 tablespoon for topping the muffins, if desired
2 large eggs, at room temperature
4 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly brush a 12-cup muffin tin with butter and set aside. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or with an electric hand-held mixer in a large bowl, cream the butter, zest, and 2/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Remove the bowl from the mixer. Stir in the poppy seeds.
  • Fold the flour in 3 parts into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk in 2 parts, until just combined. Take care not to overmix the batter. Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin and sprinkle the tops with sugar. Bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Cool muffins in the pan on a rack. Serve warm.

LEMON POPPY-SEED MUFFINS



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Poppy seeds lend a pleasant crunch to these aromatic, lemony muffins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling (optional)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled
3 tablespoons poppy seeds, plus more for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with baking cups. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, zest, juice, and milk. Whisk in butter. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients, until just combined. Stir poppy seeds into batter.
  • Divide batter evenly between muffin cups, adding a scant 1/4 cup to each. Sprinkle with sugar and poppy seeds, if desired. Bake until tops spring back when lightly touched, about 20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

LEMON POPPY SEED MUFFINS I



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Very moist and so delicious.

Provided by Karen Gibson

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Poppy Seed Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup poppy seeds
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup lemon flavored yogurt
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
⅓ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Lightly grease a muffin tin.
  • Combine the flour, 3/4 cup white sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In a separate bowl mix the eggs, yogurt, vegetable oil and lemon zest. Blend well and pour over the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Do no overmix!
  • Spoon batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups. Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 20 minutes.
  • Combine the lemon juice with the remaining 3 tablespoons white sugar. Stir into sugar dissolves.
  • Once the muffins are baked pierce the tops several times with a toothpick. Slowly pour about 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice and sugar mixture over the tops of each muffin. Let muffins cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing them from the tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 309.8 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon zest: Fresh lemon zest provides a bright, citrusy flavor to the muffins. Avoid using bottled lemon juice, as it will not provide the same flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in tough muffins. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use a muffin pan with a nonstick coating: This will help the muffins to release easily from the pan.
  • Fill the muffin cups to the top: This will help the muffins to rise evenly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the muffins are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Lemon poppy seed quinoa muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and they have a bright, citrusy flavor. These muffins are also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add different fruits, nuts, or seeds to the batter. You can also adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste. No matter how you make them, lemon poppy seed quinoa muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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