Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake
A delightful and moist pound cake bursting with fresh lemon flavors and fragrant poppy seeds, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 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 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the poppy seeds gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a delightful touch, serve with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Store tightly wrapped for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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