Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15g) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) poppy seeds
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 out of 5 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, butter, eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared bundt pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per slice:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and tender crumb
- Bright and tangy lemon flavor
- Aromatic poppy seed crunch
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a tea-time treat
User Comments:
- "The perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The poppy seeds add a nice textural element."
- "So easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
- "This cake is a staple in my repertoire. It's always a hit with guests."
- "The lemon flavor is not overpowering, it's just right."
- "I love the moist and fluffy texture of this cake."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a dense and dry cake.
- If the cake starts to brown too much on the outside before it is cooked through, cover the top with aluminum foil.
- Let the cake cool completely before inverting it to prevent breaking.