04/10/2026
These lemon poppy seed protein muffins are the perfect bright and fresh bake for spring. With a light lemon flavor, soft texture, and that classic pop from poppy seeds, they feel like a bakery-style muffin while still being a high-protein snack or breakfast. Easy to make and great for meal prep, they’re the kind of recipe you’ll want on hand all week.
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🍋 Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Muffins
⏲ Under 45 Mins l 6 Muffins
Macros Per Muffin: 186 Calories
24g Carbs | 6g Fat | 15g Protein
Recipe Ingredients -
Wet:
- Unsweetened Applesauce
- Unsalted Butter, melted
- 0% Milkfat Yogurt
- Nonfat Milk
- Large Brown Egg
- Lemon Juice (about 1/2 small lemon)
Dry:
- All-Purpose Flour
- Vital Wheat Gluten or equal parts AP Flour
- Vanilla Protein Powder
- Pinch of Salt
- Baking Powder
- Poppy Seeds
Lemon Glaze:
- Powdered Monkfruit
- Lemon Juice (less than 1/2 small lemon)
- Vanilla Extract
- Lemon Zest
