Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 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
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the poppy seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or alongside fresh fruit for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg