Almond-Poppy Seed Muffins

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (187g)
• Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Almond meal: 1/2 cup (50g)
• Poppy seeds: 1/4 cup (25g)
• Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Eggs: 2 large (100g)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the almond meal, poppy seeds, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fill muffin cups to the top and sprinkle with additional poppy seeds, if desired.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutritional Information:

Per muffin (1/8 recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful
• Lightly nutty from the almond meal
• Crunchy from the poppy seeds
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These muffins are so delicious and addictive. I can't stop eating them!"
• "The almond and poppy seed combination is a perfect match. I love the subtle crunch."
• "These muffins are a great way to start my day. They're filling and give me energy."
• "I love that these muffins are easy to make and can be customized with different toppings."
• "My kids absolutely love these muffins. They're a healthy and satisfying treat."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To prevent overmixing, stir the batter until just combined. Overmixing can result in tough muffins.
• If you don't have almond meal, you can grind raw almonds in a food processor or blender until they resemble coarse meal.
• These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.