Layered Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

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This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 12 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp poppy seeds
1/2 cup (1 stick), melted unsalted butter
2 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk for glaze

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp poppy seeds until evenly combined.
Step 3: In another bowl, whisk 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, 3/4 cup whole milk, 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Pour wet ingredients into dry and gently fold until just combined, careful not to overmix.
Step 5: Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6: While muffins cool, whisk 1 cup powdered sugar with 2 tbsp milk to make a drizzle glaze.
Step 7: Drizzle glaze over cooled muffins before serving for a sweet, tangy finish.