Lemon Poppy Seed Bliss
A moist and zesty lemon poppy seed cake bursting with fresh citrus flavor and a subtle crunch from poppy seeds. Perfect for brunch or dessert!
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with buttermilk, vegetable oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined - do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
Store leftover cake tightly covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.