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Keto Lemon Poppy Muffins

Description: Soft and moist keto lemon poppy muffins made with almond flour, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a simple sugar-free lemon glaze. An easy low-carb breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

Muffin
  • 2 cups finely ground blanched almond flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated keto-friendly sweetener
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/3 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract optional
Sugar-Free Lemon Glaze
  • 1/3 cup powdered keto-friendly sweetener
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin pan
  • Parchment or silicone muffin liners
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Silicone spatula
  • Citrus zester
  • Lemon juicer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with parchment or silicone muffin liners.
  2. Add the almond flour, granulated keto sweetener, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until evenly combined.
  3. Add the eggs, melted butter, sour cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and optional lemon extract.
  4. Stir until the ingredients are completely combined and a thick, smooth muffin batter forms.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the 12 prepared muffin cups. Fill each cup about two-thirds to three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and the centers are set.
  7. Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  9. Carefully transfer the muffins to a wire cooling rack and allow them to cool completely.
  10. To make the lemon glaze, whisk the powdered keto sweetener with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
  11. Add additional lemon juice a little at a time until the glaze reaches a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Use finely ground blanched almond flour rather than coarse almond meal for the softest muffin texture.
  • Do not substitute coconut flour for almond flour in equal amounts.
  • Full-fat plain Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream.
  • For stronger lemon flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest and add 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract.
  • Let the muffins cool before removing the liners because almond flour muffins are delicate while warm.
  • Store the muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
  • The muffins can be frozen for up to three months.
 

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin pan
  • Parchment or silicone muffin liners
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Silicone spatula
  • Citrus zester
  • Lemon juicer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire cooling rack

 

Estimated Nutrition Per Serving

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 190
  • Total Fat: 17g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Total Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Net Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Sugar: 1g
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.