How To Make Almond Poppy Seed Muffins with Almond Paste Streusel

Quick and Easy - Even with the extra step of making a simple (and soooo tasty!) streusel, these muffins can be prepped in just 10 minutes. The payoff ratio of results to effort is huge! Taste - Moist, tender poppy seed muffins with a delicious almond flavor and a chewy almond paste streusel that is so delectable.

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For the almond poppy seed muffins: – Granulated sugar – Poppy seeds – Baking powder – Baking soda – All-purpose flour – Vegetable oil – Eggs – Vanilla extract – Almond extract – Whole-milk yogurt or sour cream – Milk

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For the almond paste streusel: – Light brown sugar – All-purpose flour – Almond paste – Unsalted butter – Almond extract

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Step 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a medium-sized muffin tin with 12 paper baking cups (or spray with cooking spray).

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Step 2. In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour. Add oil, eggs, extracts, yogurt, and milk. Beat with a whisk for 1-2 minutes until completely combined and batter is smooth. Set aside.

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Step 3. .Make streusel: In a small bowl, add brown sugar, flour, almond paste, butter, almond extract, and salt. Use a fork or pastry cutter to combine. Mixture will look like a paste. Set aside.

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Step 4. Divide muffin batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle batter with almond paste streusel, dividing evenly.

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Step 5. Bake 14 to 17 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Transfer muffins to cooling rack. Can be served warm or completely cooled.

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SERVE AND ENJOY!

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