Preparation Steps

• Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining it with paper cups. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds until they are well mixed.
• In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix these wet ingredients until they are fully incorporated.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
• Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Once baked, let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these delicious muffins warm or at room temperature!