Lemon Almond Poppyseed Muffin Mania

Directions

1. 1
   Pre-heat oven to 375 F or 450 F for mini muffins.
2. 2
   Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl and set aside.
3. 3
   Beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. One at a time, add eggs and beat well after each addition.
4. 4
   Add almond extract and lemon zest to mixture and combine. Alternate dry ingredients and yogurt in thirds until batter is smooth.
5. 5
   Spray 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or paper muffin cup. Fill muffin cups almost to top and sprinkle with almond slivers.
6. 6
   Bake until muffins are golden brown, about 25 minutes for the large muffins or 12 minutes for mini muffins. Set on wire rack to cool slightly, about 5 minutes and then serve warm or at room temperature.