Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake is a zesty, moist dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its bright citrus flavor and delightful crunch from poppy seeds, this cake offers a refreshing twist that impresses at brunch or as a sweet treat after dinner. Easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s a show-stopping dessert that shines on any table. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with a drizzle of lemon glaze for an extra touch of sweetness. Perfectly paired with coffee or tea, this cake is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg