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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake served on a plate
Refreshing and tasty Lemon Poppy Seed Cake homemade

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
The heavy, oily character of poppy seeds calls for the freshness of lemon. This cake celebrates this dynamic duo: the dough is speckled with seeds, but every bite bursts with citrus. Lighter than classic rolls and more elegant – perfect for summer afternoons.
🕒 Prep Time 25 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 360 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • 9-inch (22 cm) cake pan
  • Citrus juicer
  • Zester
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), line pan with parchment paper.

Tip: Cut paper to fit bottom, grease sides.
2 ✓

Mix dry ingredients: poppy seeds, flour, baking powder, salt, lemon zest.

Tip: Lemon oils distribute better when mixed with flour.
3 ✓

Cream butter with sugar, then incorporate eggs one by one.

Tip: Patience creates fluffiness.
4 ✓

Mix in lemon juice, vanilla, and milk, then fold in the poppy seed mixture.

Tip: Lemon acid reacts with baking powder, so get it in the oven quickly once mixed.
5 ✓

Bake for 35-40 minutes (toothpick test!).

Tip: Done when pulling away from sides.
6 ✓

Cool on rack. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with whole poppy seeds for crunch.

Tip: Whole seeds look great and add texture.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use lime?
Absolutely! Lime gives an even more characterful, tropical flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Ground Poppy Seeds
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (+2 tbsp)
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter (softened)
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 whole Lemons (zest and 1/4 cup juice)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 tbsp Whole Poppy Seeds (for decoration)
  • 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar