Gluten-free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a delightful treat that's perfect for breakfast or a midday snack. The combination of zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds makes for a refreshing and flavorful muffin that everyone will love.

Gluten-free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup poppy seeds
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup almond milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, eggs, and almond milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per muffin
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Muffin tin Paper liners Mixing bowls Whisk Spoon

Tools

Oven Wire rack

Serving suggestions

Serve these Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, you can drizzle a simple lemon glaze over the cooled muffins by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and pouring it over the muffins.

Cost

$10