Description
A delightful dessert that combines the bright flavor of lemons with the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk alternately to the butter mixture, finishing with flour. Fold in poppy seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve with powdered sugar or a light lemon glaze on top. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg