Are you looking for a perfect dessert recipe to impress your guests? Try baking a Lemon Poppy Seed Cake! This fluffy and moist cake is bursting with tangy lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds. Follow this easy recipe to make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or cooking spray.2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.3. In another mixing bowl, beat the eggs, melted butter, and vegetable oil until well combined.4. Add the buttermilk, lemon juice, poppy seeds, and lemon zest to the wet ingredients mixture and mix until smooth.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture to the wet ingredients mixture and mix until the batter is smooth and there are no lumps.6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.8. Slice the cake and serve it with whipped cream or frosting, if desired.
Conclusion
This Lemon Poppy Seed Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, and its tangy lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds will leave your guests impressed. Try this recipe today and enjoy a slice of deliciousness!
