Best 4 Lemon Poppy Seed Cake My Fav Recipes

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Introducing the ultimate guide to baking a delectable lemon poppy seed cake, a classic favorite that bursts with citrusy zest and nutty crunch. In this article, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating a perfect lemon poppy seed cake. We'll delve into choosing the right ingredients, exploring expert baking techniques, and uncovering tips and tricks to achieve that irresistibly moist crumb, tangy lemon flavor, and addictive poppy seed texture. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this comprehensive guide will empower you to bake a lemon poppy seed cake that will impress your friends and family with its divine taste and stunning presentation.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE



Lemon Poppy Seed Cake image

Made from scratch, this is a moist poppy seed cake with a lemony flavor! Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Provided by Jasmine Starr

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ¼ cups white sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 eggs
½ cup poppy seeds
¼ cup finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease the bottom and sides of a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt® generously.
  • Beat sugar and butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light; beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Reduce mixing speed and add poppy seeds, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  • Combine flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in another bowl. Beat in flour mixture slowly, alternating with buttermilk.
  • Spoon batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 65 to 75 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.7 calories, Carbohydrate 74.7 g, Cholesterol 124.2 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 262.1 mg, Sugar 47.5 g

LEMON POPPY SEED BUNDT CAKE



Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cake image

This is an easy, moist lemon and poppy seed cake that was my grandfather's favorite.

Provided by SHANNA FENTON

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Lemon Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup poppy seeds
¼ cup milk
1 (18.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup water
½ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Soak poppy seeds in milk for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and pudding mix. Make a well in the center and pour in water, oil, and eggs. Beat on low speed until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. Blend in poppy seed mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 336.5 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE



Lemon Poppy Seed Cake image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup buttermilk, shaken
1/3 cup poppy seeds (1.75 ounces)
Nonstick baking spray with flour, such as Baker's Joy
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
4 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup grated lemon zest, loosely packed (4 to 5 large lemons)
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pour the buttermilk into a 2-cup liquid measuring cup, stir in the poppy seeds, and set aside at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Thoroughly spray the inside of a Bundt pan with the baking spray and set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and 2 cups of the granulated sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes, until light yellow and fluffy. With the mixer on low, add the eggs, one at a time, the vanilla, and lemon zest, scraping down the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • Sift the flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into a medium bowl. Add 1/4 cup of the lemon juice to the buttermilk mixture. With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture in thirds, beginning and ending with the flour. Scrape the bowl with a rubber spatula to be sure the batter is well mixed. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, place the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup of lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over high heat until the sugar dissolves. Set aside. When the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a baking rack set over a large plate. Spoon the warm lemon syrup slowly over the cake, allowing it to be absorbed into the cake. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to cool.
  • For the glaze, whisk the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl, adding a little more sugar or lemon juice to make a smooth, thick, but pourable glaze. Drizzle over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Transfer to a flat cake plate and serve at room temperature.

LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE



Lemon Poppy Seed Cake image

Big lemon flavor...a family favorite! If you can't find a lemon poppyseed cake mix, add 1 T of poppy seeds to a lemon cake mix.

Provided by EmilyRN

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon poppyseed cake mix
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 egg whites
1/4 cup boiling water

Steps:

  • Bake cake as directed on package in 9x13. Cool.
  • For Filling: Mix sugar, cornstarch and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add water slowly stirring constantly. Bring mixture to a boil and boil for 1 minute, remove from heat. Stir in butter and lemon juice. Mixture will thicken as it sits.
  • For Frosting: Mix sugar, cream of tartar, vanilla and egg whites in a bowl add boiling water and beat at high speed for 5-7 minutes until fluffy.
  • When cake and filling are cooled top the cake with the filling then frost.
  • * Looks pretty in a glass cake pan*.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 69.7, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 25.2, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Zest the lemons before juicing them. This will help release the full flavor of the lemons and give your cake a brighter yellow color.
  • Use fresh poppy seeds. Fresh poppy seeds have a more intense flavor than dried poppy seeds. If you can't find fresh poppy seeds, you can use dried poppy seeds, but be sure to soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using them.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix the batter until the ingredients are just combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Lemon poppy seed cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's light, fluffy, and bursting with lemon flavor. With its bright yellow color and delicate poppy seeds, lemon poppy seed cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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