Lemon Poppy Seed Dreams
A bright and zesty lemon poppy seed cake, moist and tender with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 0.25 tsp baking soda
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Alternately add flour mixture and sour cream to butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This cake tastes great served with a light lemon glaze or whipped cream on the side.