Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a delicious and nutritious Paleo-friendly treat. They're made with almond flour, coconut flour, honey, coconut oil, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking soda, poppy seeds, and a pinch of salt. The muffins are moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. They're also gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free, making them a great option for people with food allergies or sensitivities.

The history of lemon poppy seed muffins is a long and storied one. The first known recipe for lemon poppy seed muffins appeared in a cookbook published in the early 1900s. These muffins were made with a simple batter of flour, sugar, eggs, and milk, and they were flavored with lemon zest and poppy seeds. Over the years, the recipe for lemon poppy seed muffins has evolved, and there are now many different variations on the classic. Some recipes call for the addition of nuts, fruits, or spices, while others use a different type of flour, such as almond flour or coconut flour. The recipe for these Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins is a modern take on the classic. It uses almond flour and coconut flour instead of white flour, and it's sweetened with honey instead of sugar. The muffins are also gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free, making them a great option for people with food allergies or sensitivities.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp poppy seeds
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, and baking soda.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, melted coconut oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Fold in poppy seeds and a pinch of salt.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
9. Enjoy these Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins as a tasty and nutritious treat!

Why It Works

• The combination of almond flour and coconut flour creates a moist and flavorful muffin.
• The honey adds a subtle sweetness to the muffins, without making them too sugary.
• The coconut oil gives the muffins a rich flavor and a tender crumb.
• The lemon juice and lemon zest add a bright and refreshing flavor to the muffins.
• The poppy seeds add a nutty flavor and a bit of texture to the muffins.
• The baking soda helps the muffins to rise and gives them a light and fluffy texture.