Description
Bright, fluffy, and tangy Sourdough Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins made with fresh lemons, natural gelling agent, and plant-based ingredients. These muffins offer a perfect balance of sourdough tang, citrus zest, and crunchy poppy seeds, making them ideal for breakfast, snacks, or light dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup active sourdough starter
- 1/2 cup plant-based yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted plant-based butter
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Other
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (such as pectin, agar, or carrageenan, according to package instructions)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it. Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth assembly process.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds. This ensures even distribution of raising agents and seeds for consistent texture.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the active sourdough starter with plant-based yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup (natural), apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil or melted plant-based butter, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and homogenous.
- Bring wet and dry together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. Add the natural gelling agent according to package instructions to help lock in moisture and maintain a soft crumb.
- Bake the muffins: Divide the batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Use a bubbly, fed sourdough starter for the best rise and flavor.
- Gently fold ingredients to avoid dense muffins and overmixing.
- Fresh lemon zest offers vibrant citrus aroma superior to dried zest.
- Start checking muffins at 18 minutes to prevent drying out as oven temperatures may vary.
- Using room temperature ingredients helps combine them easier and improves rise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough, lemon, poppy seed, muffins, plant-based, vegan, breakfast, snack, tangy, fluffy, moist