Lemon Poppyseed Muffins with Lemon Glaze

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup poppyseeds
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup (approx.) lemon glaze ingredients (see below)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, poppyseeds, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, oil or melted butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
4. Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients and mix well.
5. Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the muffins completely on a wire rack.
8. Prepare lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
9. Pour or spread the lemon glaze over the cooled muffins.

Nutritional Information: (Per muffin)

• Calories: Approx. 250-300 (depending on the size of the muffins)
• Fat: 12-15g
• Carbohydrates: 35-40g
• Protein: 4-5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creative fusion of traditional muffins with a lemon poppyseed flavor.
• Delicious combination of citrusy lemon flavor and poppyseeds.
• Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a snack.

User Comments:

1. "These muffins were amazing! The lemon glaze was the perfect finishing touch."
2. "Love the poppyseeds in these muffins, they add a unique crunch."
3. "Great recipe, made these for my family and they were a hit!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh eggs and check that the baking powder is not expired to ensure proper rising of the muffins.
• Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest according to your preference for a stronger or milder lemon flavor.
• The baking time may vary depending on the size of your muffins and the oven you are using. Always check doneness with a toothpick.
• For a more authentic look, you can use paper muffin cups instead of regular ones and place them on a baking sheet for baking.