Description
These Lemon Poppyseed Zucchini Muffins are moist, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with a hint of citrus and crunch from poppy seeds. Made with freshly grated zucchini and a touch of lemon zest, these muffins are a delightful way to enjoy a nutritious snack or breakfast treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re simple to prepare and baked to perfection for a light, tender crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Muffin Batter
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 cup brown sugar (loosely packed)
- 1/2 cup mild tasting olive oil
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners, aiming to make 9 standard-sized muffins.
- Prepare zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater. Then, squeeze the grated zucchini gently by hand over the sink to remove excess water; this helps prevent sogginess.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, olive oil, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and the large egg until well combined and smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into the wet mixture. Then fold in the poppy seeds and the drained grated zucchini until the batter is evenly mixed.
- Fill muffin tin and bake: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes or until the muffin tops spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze the zucchini to remove excess moisture to avoid soggy muffins.
- If you prefer sweeter muffins, you may add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- To enhance the lemon flavor, you can add 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the wet ingredients.
- For a dairy-free version, ensure your egg substitute is suitable as this recipe relies on egg for structure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
