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Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

April 9, 2016 by Mahy, Updated October 10, 2019 24 Comments

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Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

If you love Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, you got to try this seasonal twist with clementine zest, fresh ginger, and a zesty and sweet clementine glaze! The perfect breakfast on a cold winter morning.

Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins dripping with clementine glaze on a little saucer with clementines in the background

This ginger clementine lemon poppy seed muffins recipe is a must for lovers of lemon poppy seed muffins! Here, we are taking the muffin classic to the next level by adding a touch of ginger and some clementine glaze and zest. We’re keeping them EASY and a one bowl business—because we might be busy, but we ALL deserve a treat 🙂

Alright, it’s baking time again! I wish my baking energy could pass through the screen—you would feel invigorated to bake, too. I promise, I’m keeping it simple, simple, simple—yet seriously divine!

We all have a thing for moist and refreshing lemon poppy seed muffins with that delicate crunch from the poppy seeds, and I don’t only crave them when it’s warm, I actually make them all year long.

One-bowl Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins on a white plate with some clementines on the side

Why these Ginger Clementine Poppy Seed Muffins will ruin coffee shop muffins forever:

So I have a fabulous base muffin recipe which I made before as a loaf—which is SO SO much better, tastier, fluffier and lighter than what you’d get at a certain chain of coffee shops.

All I can say is, this homemade lemon poppy seed muffins recipe, whether you make it as muffins with a spike of ginger and clementine, or as a loaf like this citrus poppy seed loaf with yogurt citrus glaze—this recipe will absolutely put you off buying it from any store or coffee place!

close-up of Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin glazed with clementine icing

This citrus poppy seed loaf with yogurt glaze is made with lemon, orange and grapefruit. And the glaze is thick vanilla Greek yogurt with plenty of citrus zests and more poppy seeds—for an added extra crunch!

Now, this ginger clementine lemon poppy seed muffin here is different in a few ways. Super fluffy, LIGHT as air, lemony, bursting with poppy seeds. The flavors are bright and citrusy, simply divine!

The hint of clementine is a lovely seasonal touch and oh so refreshing too!! ( P.S this Mixed Grain Kale Citrus Salad recipe uses clementines too!).

Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Clementine and Ginger on two white plates

Then comes the ginger. I know it sounds a bit unusual with your classic lemon poppy seed muffins, but it’s not at all unusual for lemon and ginger to meet—they’re always a perfect match!

So, I used dried ginger, and fresh ginger and both and I loved the addition of fresh ginger the most. I think the flavor is sweeter and milder.

But I will say that either one works, and the dried ginger when added in small amounts, is still nice and mild. I am not looking to make these ginger muffins—I still want my good old favorite lemon poppy seed muffins, only with a touch of ginger and sweetened with a zesty clementine glaze!

clementine glaze being drizzled on top of a lemon poppy seed muffin

How to make Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins:

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Lightly oil a standard muffin pan. In a large bowl, whisk the sugar, zest, juice, oil, eggs and buttermilk, ginger until well combined. Then add in the poppy seeds and mix well.

In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the lemon mixture and pour into your preferred pan.

Bake the muffins for about 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the pan. Glaze the lemon poppy seed muffins while still warm.

For the clementine glaze: Whisk all ingredients in a small bowl until nice and smooth. Add a little more clementine juice if you prefer a runny glaze or a little more confectioner sugar if you prefer a thicker glaze.

half a Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin on a small white plate, revealing the perfect fluffy crumb

Tips for success: 

  • Start checking the muffins for doneness after 15 – 16 minutes to avoid overbaking them.
  • You can absolutely make this ginger clementine lemon poppy seed muffins recipe entirely with lemon, skip the ginger, and glaze it with a simple lemon glaze.
  • Instead of the clementine glaze, you can use the glaze from this citrus poppy seed loaf with yogurt glaze.
Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins. Easy one bowl one whisk muffins that BURST with lemon and poppy seed, spiked with a bit of ginger and clementine glaze. Don;t miss this RECIPE for the fluffiest, lightest, freshest tasting lemon poppy seed muffin ever! www.twopurplefigs.com
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Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

If you love Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins you got to try this seasonal twist with clementine zest, fresh ginger and a zesty and sweet clementine glaze! The perfect breakfast on a cold winter morning.

Course Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine American
Keyword citrus poppy seed muffin, lemon poppy seed muffins, muffins with ginger and clementine
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 large muffins
Calories 276 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large lemons zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
  • ⅔ cup oil
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt

For the glaze:

  • 1/2 cup confectioner sugar
  • 1 clementine zested
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh clementine juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Lightly oil a standard muffin pan or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the sugar, zest, juice, oil, eggs and buttermilk, ginger until well combined. Then add in the poppy seeds and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour with baking powder and baking soda and salt.
  4. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the lemon mixture and pour into your preferred pan.
  5. Bake (middle rack) for about 18 minutes ( always check 2 minutes before or after depending on the pan size you chose) until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clear or with just a few moist crumbs.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. Glaze the cake while still warm.
  7. For the glaze: Whisk all ingredients in a small bowl until nice and smooth. Add a little more juice if you prefer a runny glaze or a little more confectioner sugar if you prefer a thicker glaze.

Recipe Notes

  • Start checking the muffins for doneness after 15 - 16 minutes to avoid overbaking them.
  • You can absolutely make this ginger clementine lemon poppy seed muffins recipe entirely with lemon, skip the ginger, and glaze it with a simple lemon glaze.
  • Instead of the clementine glaze, you can use the glaze from this citrus poppy seed loaf with yogurt glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Ginger Clementine Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Amount Per Serving (1 muffin)
Calories 276 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 28mg9%
Sodium 48mg2%
Potassium 134mg4%
Carbohydrates 34g11%
Sugar 17g19%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 55IU1%
Vitamin C 3.1mg4%
Calcium 71mg7%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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  1. Laura

    November 5, 2018 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    Made these this morning but used all clementine juice & peel as I had a batch that were a little overripe that I decided to process so as to not waste them. It was really pleasant, I’m not usually a fan of orange flavored pastries but this was light and different.

    Reply
    • Mahy

      November 13, 2018 at 10:15 pm

      Thanks Laura, so happy you enjoyed them! and I love your tips 🙂

      Reply
  2. Pavani

    October 14, 2018 at 5:45 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my those muffins look amazing. Never tried ginger with citrus in a sweet preparation – the combo sounds so flavorful. That glaze on top takes it over the top.

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:36 am

      You’ll be pleasantly surprised Pavani!!

      Reply
  3. Marisa Franca

    October 14, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    5 stars
    Oooh! What a delicious twist — adding ginger to the lemon and clementine muffins. And I love poppy seeds and I can see that you’ve loaded the muffins with them. Citrus flavor is my favorite — I can imagine how good the muffins would be with my coffee or tea. Great recipe.

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:37 am

      Thanks Marisa! I think you’ll love them!

      Reply
  4. Catherine

    October 14, 2018 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    So many beautiful flavors in these! I love the combination of the warm ginger and citrus..perfect seasonal muffin! I wish I had one right now with a soothing cup of tea!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:42 am

      Thanks Catherine!

      Reply
  5. Catalina

    October 13, 2018 at 3:48 pm

    5 stars
    I love everything poppy seed! All these flavors are so perfect for these cold days! I need only a big cup of tea!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:43 am

      These are seriously different and perfect!

      Reply
  6. Veena Azmanov

    October 13, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    I love the many flavors in this muffin. Lemon. clementine and ginger sound so wonderful. That glaze on top must be addictive. I can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:43 am

      Hope you like it Veena!

      Reply
  7. Dianna

    October 12, 2018 at 6:36 pm

    OMG! You have struck gold on this recipe. Lemon and poppy seeds are my two favorite things when it comes to desserts!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:43 am

      Hope you try this one Dianna!

      Reply
  8. April

    October 12, 2018 at 5:53 pm

    5 stars
    The imagesare fantastic – great level of details and wonderful closeups! I love lemon breakfasts so this recipe is just a perfect find for me for this winter – thank you! 🙂

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:44 am

      Thanks April!!

      Reply
  9. Claudia Lamascolo

    October 12, 2018 at 4:48 pm

    I just bought lemons and poppy seed now all I need is buttermilk to make these cant wait to try them! I had everything else

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:44 am

      Oh yaaay!

      Reply
  10. Gloria

    October 12, 2018 at 4:38 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, so many flavours in this tasty muffin. I would love one of these with my morning coffee, and also in the evening with a cup of tea as I read my book.

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:44 am

      Hope you do Gloria!

      Reply
  11. Karyl Henry

    October 12, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve never thought to use ginger in anything other than an Asian recipe! But I love that you do it with these muffins. They look delicious, and I’ll have to give this a try

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:46 am

      Hope you do Karyl!!

      Reply
  12. Lauren Vavala

    October 12, 2018 at 9:31 am

    5 stars
    This is such a unique recipe! I never think to use clementines, but this has got to be delicious! That icing dripping right off the sides….craving a bite now!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 23, 2018 at 10:48 am

      you’ll enjoy this!

      Reply
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