Description
Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Cake is a refreshing dessert that captures the essence of bright citrus flavors and delightful textures. This moist cake features the unique sweetness of Meyer lemons, complemented by crunchy poppy seeds for an inviting treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, hosting a brunch, or simply indulging with afternoon tea, this cake is sure to impress your guests. With straightforward instructions and common ingredients, even novice bakers can create this stunning dessert that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 cups sifted cake flour
- 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 16 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for glaze)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream or whole milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch bundt pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In another bowl, combine cake flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for approximately 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, heat granulated sugar with lemon juice until dissolved; stir in melted butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg