Lemon Mini Poppy Seed Muffins
8 servings
45 minutes
Lemon mini-muffins with poppy seeds are a refined treat with a refreshing citrus flavor and a subtle nutty note of poppy. This dessert is popular in European cuisine for its lightness and airiness. The muffins are tender, slightly moist inside, and the aroma of fresh lemon fills the home with coziness. Historically, lemon desserts gained popularity due to Mediterranean influence, where lemons have long been valued for their brightness and freshness. Muffins pair perfectly with morning coffee or tea, and their miniature size makes them a convenient option for snacks or festive buffets. In addition to flavor, poppy adds an interesting texture to the baked goods, creating a light crunch with every bite. The simplicity of preparation makes this recipe accessible even for novice cooks.
1
Preheat the oven to 230 degrees.
2
Cream the butter with sugar, beat the egg white, and mix the yogurt with lemon juice.
- Butter: 50 g
- Sugar: 55 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Natural yoghurt: 80 ml
- Lemon juice: 15 ml
3
Mix flour, baking powder, salt, poppy seeds, and half of the zest.
- Wheat flour: 120 g
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Poppy: 1 tablespoon
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon
4
Add the yolk to the butter with sugar first, then the yogurt with lemon juice, and finally the whipped egg white.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Natural yoghurt: 80 ml
- Lemon juice: 15 ml
5
Combine everything and mix gently.
- Wheat flour: 120 g
- Poppy: 1 tablespoon
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Butter: 50 g
- Sugar: 55 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Natural yoghurt: 80 ml
- Lemon juice: 15 ml
6
Put everything in molds. Sprinkle with the remaining zest. Bake for 11-14 minutes.
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon