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Lemon Poppy Seed Crumble Muffins

Lemon Poppy Seed Crumble Muffins

5 from 1 vote
Lemon Poppy Seed Crumble Muffins are a delightful combination of zesty lemon, crunchy poppy seeds, and a delectable crumbly topping. These muffins offer a burst of refreshing flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Servings 12 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Batter

  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp (8g) baking powder
  • 2 tbsp (20g) poppy seeds
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
  • 2/3 cup (135g) sugar
  • Lemon zest from 2 lemons
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (110ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120g) buttermilk

Crumb Topping

  • 3 tbsp (45g) sugar
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp (30g) butter , melted

Instructions
 

Prepare the lemon poppy seed muffin batter.

  • Preheat the oven to 375F (190C). Line a 12-cavity muffin pan with paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together flour with baking powder, poppy seeds and salt.
  • In a large bowl add sugar and lemon zest. Mix to release oils from the zest and the sugar becomes pale yellow.
  • Add eggs and mix to combine. Add lemon juice and vanilla extract and mix to combine. Gradually incorporate the oil.
  • Incorporate the flour mixture alternating with the buttermilk.
  • Don’t overmix the batter.
  • Divide the batter equally into muffin cups.

Prepare the crumb topping.

  • In a medium bowl combine sugar with flour and melted butter. Divide the crumbs on top of each muffin.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool muffins on a wire rack. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 muffinCalories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 32.3gProtein: 3.9gFat: 12.3gSaturated Fat: 3.4gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 69mgPotassium: 132mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 15.9gCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg
Calories: 252kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crumble, crumble muffins, lemon, muffins, poppy seeds