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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze: A Zesty Delight

Delight in a Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze, offering a perfect blend of zesty lemon and poppy seeds for a refreshing dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup sugar Reduce if desired for less sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 te teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream Substitute with plant-based yogurt for dairy-free option.
  • 3 large eggs Use flax eggs for an egg-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice Fresh lemon preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds Omit for a simpler cake.
  • 1/2 cup butter Can substitute with dairy-free butter.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Mix with powdered sugar.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the baking pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add sour cream, lemon zest, and juice.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing gently, then fold in poppy seeds.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth for glaze.
  10. Once cool, drizzle glaze over the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Customize with extracts for added flavor.

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