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<\/p>\nMuffins infused with bright lemon zest and poppy seeds drizzled with a lemon icing make a lip-smacking fresh lemon treat.<\/p>\n
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If you didn\u2019t know it already, I love anything made with lemons. These lemon-packed muffins are no exception! Pretty and appealing they will surely bring a little springtime into anyone\u2019s day.<\/p>\n
The muffins come out of the oven with rounded crackled tops and are drizzled with a sweet-tart lemon icing that seeps into all the crevices.<\/p>\n
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The perfect muffins to whip up when company is dropping by for brunch, or afternoon tea. Your guests will be impressed when they\u2019re greeted with freshly baked muffins. No need to tell them how quick and easy they were to make!<\/p>\n
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How do these muffins get their yellow colour and lemon taste? Eggs, butter, lemon juice and lemon zest are what naturally give these muffins their beautiful pale yellow colour and intense lemon flavour!<\/p>\n
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Poppy seeds are a well-known classic flavour addition in many baked goods. They have a nutty, earthy and slightly bitter flavour with a little crunch. They\u2019re a good alternative to nuts and grains. In this recipe, the dark blue-black poppy seeds combined with the lemon batter work perfectly together.<\/p>\n
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These muffins are best eaten the day they\u2019re baked, but if you need to make them in advance you can store or freeze them.<\/p>\n
To store the muffins for up to 24 – 48 hours, lay a double thickness of paper towels on the bottom of a storage container. Arrange the muffins on top in a single layer. Lightly lay another double thickness of paper towels on top of the muffins. Seal the container and store at room temperature. The paper towel will absorb moisture from the muffins and prevent them from getting soggy.<\/p>\n
To freeze the muffins, follow the same directions as for storing only place the container in the freezer. To thaw the muffins, remove the lid and the top layer of paper towels, and leave at room temperature for 3 \u2013 4 hours.<\/p>\n
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I\u2019ve been making these moist lemon-y muffins forever and everyone, including me, enjoys them. Give these muffins a try and let me now how you like them!<\/p>\n
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