Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Brighten your day with Sunshine Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins! These delightful treats balance the sweetness of sugar with the tartness of fresh lemon, while the poppy seeds add a delightful crunch. Perfect for any breakfast or snack, they're not only delicious but also beautifully presented with a glossy lemon glaze. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, these muffins promise a flavorful experience that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy baking and savoring these zesty delights!

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

Zest of 2 lemons

¼ cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons poppy seeds

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Incorporate Buttermilk and Flavors: Gradually add in the buttermilk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Cool the Muffins: Remove from the oven and let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.

Glaze the Muffins: Once the muffins are cool, drizzle the glaze over the tops. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your delightful Sunshine Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with a cup of tea or coffee!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins