Orange Poppy Muffins

Brighten up your morning with these zesty and satisfying Orange Poppy Muffins! Bursting with the tangy sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest, these muffins are speckled with nutty poppy seeds for a delightful crunch in every bite. Perfectly moist and fluffy, thanks to a harmonious blend of milk, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla, these easy-to-make muffins come together in just 35 minutes. Whether you're looking to elevate your breakfast game, serve a treat with afternoon tea, or whip up a portable snack, these citrus-infused delights are sure to please. Make a batch of these crowd-pleasing muffins and enjoy a bakery-style treat at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1/2 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 1/3 cup Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds until well combined.

Step 3

Add the orange zest to the dry ingredients and stir to evenly distribute the zest.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

Step 5

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well.

Step 6

Using a spatula, gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftover muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	808.4 grams (808.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2350

Total Fat 84.80g	109%
Saturated Fat 45.70g	229%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 382mg	127%
Sodium 2238mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 364.60g	133%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 168.10g
Protein 39.70g	79%

Vitamin D 102IU	509%
Calcium 506mg	39%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 932mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 61.3%