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Slice of Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze on a decorative plate

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Glaze

A bright and zesty cake that’s perfect for any occasion, featuring a delightful lemon glaze.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf or bundt pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Glazing
  1. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Use real lemons for the best flavor, and don't over-mix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.