Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Cake: The Best Homemade Delight
This Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful treat bursting with lemon flavor and a slight crunch from the poppy seeds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the poppy seeds and lemon zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk and lemon juice.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, drizzle lemon glaze on top after the cake has cooled.
- This cake is perfect for springtime gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Cake, lemon cake, homemade cake