Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake Recipe

Name: Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter spread; 1 3/4 cups sugar granulated; 8 ounces cream cheese softened; 5 large eggs separated; 3/4 cup lemon juice; 223 cups flour, all-purpose sifted; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ⅓ cup poppy seed; 1 tablespoon lemon zest grated; 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup butter spread
1 3/4 cups sugar granulated
8 ounces cream cheese softened
5 large eggs separated
3/4 cup lemon juice
223 cups flour, all-purpose sifted
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
⅓ cup poppy seed
1 tablespoon lemon zest grated
1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Heat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Beat spread, 1 1/2 cups sugar and cream cheese in large bowl at medium speed with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
3
Blend in egg yolks and juice.
4
Add combined flour, baking powder and baking soda; mix well.
5
Beat in poppy seed and peel.
6
Set aside.
7
Beat egg whites until foamy.
8
Gradually add reserved 1/4 cup sugar, beating until soft peaks form.
9
Fold egg whites into batter.
10
Pour into greased and floured 10-inch tube pan or regular loaf pan.
11
Bake 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes.
12
For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and juice.
13
Drizzle over cake.

25545

kcal

Calories

145

Fat

5197

Carbs

690

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter spread, 1 3/4 cups sugar granulated, 8 ounces cream cheese softened, 5 large eggs separated, and more.

Yes, Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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