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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Best Lemon Poppy Seed Cake Recipe for a Bright Celebration

Celebrate with this Lemon Poppy Seed Cake, a moist and zesty dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds optional
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder essential for texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda do not substitute without adjusting ratios
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened for creaming
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 3 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan version
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest essential for flavor
  • 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice can substitute with lemon extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can use almond extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with milk + vinegar/lemon juice
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans adds flavor and crunch

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the cake with nuts or lemon glaze for added flavor.

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