Ricotta Lemon Poppyseed Muffins (Print)

Bright lemon, creamy ricotta, and poppyseeds combine for tender, moist muffins ideal for morning or afternoon treats.

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons poppyseeds
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 1/4 cup milk
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
02 - Whisk together flour, sugar, poppyseeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk ricotta, eggs, melted butter, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth and thoroughly blended.
04 - Fold wet mixture into dry ingredients with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve tenderness.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and tops are lightly golden.
07 - Let muffins rest in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Made with simple pantry ingredients so you can bake anytime
  • Each bite is tangy and rich but still has a fluffy crumb
  • Perfect for breakfast but also special enough for guests or afternoon tea
  • Ricotta creates an unbelievably tender muffin
  • Poppyseeds add just the right amount of crunch
02 -
  • High in protein and calcium thanks to the ricotta cheese
  • These muffins stay tender and moist for days
  • They freeze and reheat beautifully for make-ahead breakfasts
03 -
  • Use full fat ricotta for the richest, softest crumb. Low fat versions can make the muffin dry.
  • Do not overmix the batter or the muffins will lose their tender bite
  • For the most aromatic lemon flavor zest the fruit right before you mix it in

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