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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze: A Citrus Delight

This Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze is a refreshing dessert perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds Can be omitted if desired.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder Check freshness for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Use plant-based butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Sugar Reduce for a less sweet glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon zest Fresh is ideal for the best taste.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Fresh is ideal for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Can be swapped with dairy-free yogurt.
  • 3 large Eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan version.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Adjust quantity for desired sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Loaf or Bundt Pan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one by one, mixing after each addition.
  5. Stir in lemon zest and juice, and then add sour cream until combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk to prepare the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For the best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter.

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