Zucchini-Lemon-Poppy Seed Muffins

Zucchini-Lemon-Poppy Seed Muffins

Our family’s favorite muffins! Great for school lunches. Just don’t tell my picky eaters that these contain a green vegetable!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
18 muffins
Servings:
18

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • 2 lemons, zested
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract (Optional)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups peeled and grated zucchini
  • 3 tablespoons poppy seeds

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners.

Step 2
Combine brown sugar and eggs in a large bowl. Beat on medium-high speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Beat in oil, applesauce, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until incorporated.

Step 3
Combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Blend into the brown sugar mixture. Stir in zucchini and poppy seeds.

Step 4
Pour batter into the lined muffin cups. Fill any empty muffin cups with water.

Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center come out clean, 17 to 18 minutes.

Cook’s Note:

If using dark nonstick pans, reduce baking temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195
Calories
8g
Fat
30g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 18
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat1g 6%
Cholesterol21mg 7%
Sodium149mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate30g 11%
Dietary Fiber2g 5%
Total Sugars19g
Protein3g
Vitamin C4mg 21%
Calcium64mg 5%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium137mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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