Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Poppy Seed Cake, a scrumptious dessert that brings together zesty lemon and nutty poppy seeds. With a moist crumb and delightful aroma, this cake is perfect for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy every slice of this sunshine-inspired cake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, poppy seeds, and a pinch of salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk to the butter-sugar mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg