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Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf Cake

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A tender, moist lemon poppy seed loaf cake with a bright, zesty glaze that adds a perfect sweet-tart finish. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt
  • Zest from 2 lemons (about 2 tablespoons)
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, toasted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Toast poppy seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and toasted poppy seeds.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Stir in Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  7. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  8. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick at 50 minutes. If toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, cake is done.
  10. Cool cake in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and pourable.
  12. Once cake is completely cool, drizzle glaze evenly over the top and let set for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use fresh lemons for best flavor; bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch. Toast poppy seeds to enhance nuttiness. Avoid overmixing batter to keep crumb tender. Let cake cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off. Room temperature ingredients mix more evenly.

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