Simple to make and super delicious, these Lemon Chia Seed Muffins make the perfect healthy snack or breakfast!

Lemon Chia Seed Muffins on a wire rack in yellow polka dot containers.

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Move over Lemon Poppyseed Muffins, there's something healthier around! I decided to make these Lemon Chia Seed Muffins recipe a little more nutritious and they still taste as light, fresh and delicious as the classic muffins.

I just love anything lemon flavored, it just makes me feel warm and sunny even in the dead of winter. And I love lemon desserts too!

As much as I do love chocolate, it's nice to have a break every now and then. Lemon makes a wonderful alternative.

And although I do love lemon recipes, especially desserts, all year long, they just scream spring time to me! Warmer weather, longer days, sunshine and lemon recipes! Am I right??

If you are looking for some more healthy lemon treats, you will love this No Bake Lemon Mousse Pie, Gluten Free Crepe Cake with Buttercream Frosting and my Iced Lemon Cookies. They would all be even yummier with some Apple Chai Latte, Chamomile Latte or some Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate!

Why You Should Make These Lemon Chia Seed Muffins

My family and I were out for breakfast and there were Lemon Poppyseed Muffins on the menu. My 5 year old asked me what poppy seeds were and right when I told him that they didn't have much taste and they get stuck in your teeth, I thought I need to make these with chia seeds!

Chia seeds also don't have much taste and also get stuck in your teeth, but they are packed with fiber, protein, antioxidants, magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids.

You know who much I love my chia seeds. The best part is you get all of those amazing benefits with very few calories.

As pretty as these muffin wrappers are, they were a little annoying to get the muffins out of them. I forgot to spray the insides with baking spray which I will definitely use next time.

I really love to bake with these resusable silicon liners. These polka-dot ones are cute for pictures!

Overhead picture of Lemon Chia Seed Muffins on a wire rack.

Recipe Ingredients

Chia seeds - These little seeds are a nutritional powerhouse! Chia seeds are loaded with fiber, antioxidants and plant based protein.
Whole wheat flour - - I love using this flour in my baked goods and treats for a lighter product.
Honey - I love using raw honey because it contains more antioxidants and is not processed at all.
Eggs - I use cage free, organic eggs for best taste and quality.
Unrefined sugar - This can be whatever sugar you have in the house. I like to use unrefined sugar because it's minimally processed and contains some nutrients. You can use maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar, or even try a sugar free alternative such as Monk fruit.
Greek yogurt - I use plain, full fat Greek yogurt for these bars and loved it. I had some people write to me that they have also used vanilla Greek yogurt and even pumpkin Greek yogurt and they were delicious.
MELT® Organic spread - Or you can use butter or coconut oil in equal amounts. Is a plant based oil and is filled with healthy fats. I use refined coconut oil which has very little coconut taste (Yes, I know it's not a popular opinion but I don't like the taste of coconut!) The only issue is that refined coconut oil has less antioxidants and vitamins than the virgin coconut oil (as well as a higher smoke points which is good to remember for baked goods) so if you like the taste of coconut, then you can easily use virgin coconut oil.
Lemon juice and lemon zest - Fresh lemon juice is crucial to this recipe. And obviously fresh lemon zest too!

Recipe Tips for Lemon Chia Seed Muffins

These muffins are crazy delicious. I loved baking with MELT® Organic spread and will definitely continue to.

I love that it's certified organic, non-GMO and vegan too. MELT® Organic spreads are dairy free, soy free, trans-fat free, and gluten free.

And here is a really fun fact: MELT® is not owned by a giant, faceless corporation, but founded by a woman with severe health problems, who worked out of her kitchen to create a perfect blend of oils that would not only meet her health requirements but also satisfy her taste buds. LOVE that!

You can easily substitute butter, coconut oil or another plant-based alternative in these muffins. They still come out moist with a fantastic texture.

I also had a reader tell me she used extra virgin olive oil because she didn't have any butter and they came out yummy!

Any way you make these lemon chia seed muffins recipe you will love it. Pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea and you will be in heaven.

You might even want to make a double batch because they definitely don't last long. They freeze well too.

You can freeze these chia seed muffins individually so I can just pull one out at at time if I want one. Just leave them on the counter for 10-15 minutes to defrost while I am working in the kitchen.

Especially on those busy mornings, I am sure you can all relate. I take it out of the freezer while I am enjoying my tea and catching up emails.

Then after it's most defrosted, I place it in the toaster oven and spread some butter on top. What a delicious way to start the day.

I've brought these chia seed muffins to brunch for Mother's Day and Easter and they were always a hit. I think I might make these with fresh orange next time.

You might even want to make a double batch because they definitely don't last long. They freeze well too.

I am covering all of my citrus bases here with these Key Lime Muffins !