Whole Wheat Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These Whole Wheat Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a great way to enjoy whole grains and citrusy flavors. Great for a snack or breakfast that is both healthy and tasty.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1 lemon zest and juice
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a muffin tin with paper liners

In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds

In a separate bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full

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

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, you can optionally drizzle a simple lemon glaze on top for extra lemony flavor

Enjoy!