Lemon Poppy Muffins

* Exported from MasterCook *

Lemon Poppy Muffins

Recipe By : Victoria
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Muffins

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 cups unbleached flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup egg beaters=AE 99% egg substitute
1 cup sour cream, fat-free
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1 teaspoon lemon zest -- grated
granulated sugar -- (for garnish)

Preheat oven tp 375F. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder
and salt. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar at medium speed
of electric mixer until fluffy, scraping bowl often. Add egg lemon juice
and substitute; beat well.

Add flour mixture alternately with sour cream, vanilla; beat at low speed
until blended. Fold in poppy seed and lemon zest.

Fill muffin cups lined with paper baking cups 2/3 full. Sprinkle tops
with additional granulated sugar.

Bake in 375F oven for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in
the center comes out clean.


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