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Moist Lemon Zucchini Muffins with Poppy Seeds

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These moist lemon zucchini muffins with poppy seeds are a bright, flavorful treat with a tender crumb and a subtle crunch. Perfect for brunch or a snack, they combine fresh lemon zest and juice with grated zucchini for a moist texture and a fresh burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (canola or sunflower oil recommended)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini), lightly squeezed
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. Grate the zucchini using a fine grater. Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and gently squeeze out excess moisture, leaving some moisture to keep muffins tender.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini and poppy seeds until evenly distributed.
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not over-squeeze zucchini to retain moisture for tender muffins. Zest lemons before juicing to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Avoid overmixing batter to keep muffins tender. Vegetable oil keeps muffins moist longer than butter. Baking time may vary slightly in humid conditions.

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