Sunrise Poppy Seed Muffins
Brighten your mornings with these Sunrise Poppy Seed Muffins, a delightful fusion of citrusy sweetness and nutty crunch. Bursting with fresh orange zest, a splash of tangy orange juice, and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, these muffins are a vibrant and wholesome way to start your day. The use of creamy yogurt ensures a soft and tender crumb, while melted butter adds a touch of indulgence. Perfectly golden and ready in under 20 minutes, they’re ideal for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or midday snacks. Enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or as a grab-and-go breakfast treat. These easy-to-make muffins are freezer-friendly too, making them a deliciously convenient option to have on hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 0.75 cup plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.25 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, yogurt, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the muffins dense.
Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, evenly divide the batter 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 tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.9 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 732 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.1 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 624 mg | 13% | |
*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.
