Life’s simple pleasures often come in small packages, and these delightful muffins exemplify that philosophy. The marriage of tangy lemon zest with the crunchy texture of poppy seeds creates a delicate symphony of flavors, accentuated by a modern and healthful twist – CBD oil. The amalgamation is quite a wonderful delicacy which, in addition to being delicious, may provide some potential benefits for your well-being.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 12 muffins
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
20 milligrams CBD oil (or according to your preference)
Icing sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and set the mixture aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest.
- Add butter to mixture and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy..
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is well mixed before adding the next egg. Add the vanilla extract and CBD oil, continuing to beat the mixture until well combined.
- Add a third of the dry mixture into the butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Then pour in half of the buttermilk and lemon juice, stirring again. Continue to alternate between adding the dry mixture and the buttermilk, ending with the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Divide the batter equally among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes.
- Allow the muffins to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Conclusion
These CBD Infused Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are the perfect treat to begin your day or to enjoy as an afternoon pick-me-up. Each bite is a celebration of tangy, sweet flavors complemented by the subtle undertones of CBD. They are indeed a testament to the notion that joy can indeed be found in the smallest, simplest of things – and in this case, a humble muffin.
Disclaimer: This recipe is intended for educational purposes. Please consult with a healthcare provider before using CBD products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or are taking any medication.
