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