Healthy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Brighten up your morning with these Healthy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, a guilt-free treat that balances comforting flavors with wholesome ingredients. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with honey, these muffins deliver a moist, tender crumb bursting with vibrant citrus flavor from fresh lemon juice and zest. The poppy seeds add a delightful crunch, while the vanilla extract and coconut oil bring an extra layer of richness. Perfectly balanced and baked to golden perfection in under 25 minutes, these muffins are a quick and easy breakfast or snack option. Plus, they're a healthier alternative to traditional bakery-style muffins, without sacrificing flavor. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save them for meal prep—they store beautifully for a grab-and-go snack all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 0.75 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 2 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In another medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently fold together using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1890.3

Total Fat 83.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 390.4mg	0%
Sodium 1892.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 107.9g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 610.5mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1389.8mg	0%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 50.3%