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Healthy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Simple and healthy muffins are made with a combination of all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, honey, yogurt, poppy seeds, lemons, and a handful of other simple ingredients. Delicious and so fluffy.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Fat
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 12 muffins
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • A pinch of salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • Zest and juice of 1 organic lemon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a large 12-cup muffin tin.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the 1 cup whole wheat flour and 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and A pinch of salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the 2 large eggs with 1 cup plain yogurt, ⅓ cup melted coconut oil, 3/4 cup honey, Zest and juice of 1 organic lemon, until smooth.
    yogurt, egg, lemon juice and zest, oil, and honey in a clear round bowl before mixing
  • Add the wet mixture to the dry and stir just until combined. Divide the batter among your prepared muffin cups.
    batter added to muffin pan
  • Bake for around 20-22 min, or until golden brown and the toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    top view baked muffins on a tin pan
  • Rotate the muffin tin halfway through baking to avoid it browning on one side.
  • Allow the muffins to cool down on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You may use other flour, like oat flour, in place of the whole meal flour
  • Use any other oil in place of coconut oil
  • swap the honey for maple syrup or agave 
  • store on your kitchen counter covered for 2 days or in the fridge for up to one week
  • For a vegan option, substitute each egg with either one of the following: 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water, 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder, and 3 tablespoons water, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/4 cup mashed banana, and swap the honey with maple syrup or agave.

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg