Low Fat Lemon Poppyseed Muffins
Brighten up your morning with these Low Fat Lemon Poppyseed Muffins, a guilt-free treat bursting with vibrant citrus flavor and a delightful crunch from poppy seeds. Made with wholesome ingredients like low-fat yogurt and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins are light, moist, and naturally lower in fat without sacrificing taste. The zesty combination of fresh lemon juice and lemon zest creates an irresistible aroma, while a quick prep time makes them perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack on-the-go. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of bake time, you'll have a batch of 12 fluffy, bakery-style muffins ready to enjoy. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these muffins are a delicious way to indulge your sweet tooth while staying mindful of your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the low-fat yogurt, egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your light and zesty low-fat lemon poppyseed muffins!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 2775 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 323.6 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 171.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 666 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 962 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
