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Lemon Poppyseed Cake

A delightful lemon poppyseed cake that combines the zesty flavor of lemons with the unique texture of poppyseeds, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon cake, poppyseed cake, dessert, baking
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the poppy seeds gently.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 1g