Grand Marnier Poppy Seed Cake Recipe

Name: Grand Marnier Poppy Seed Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour, sift before measuring; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest; 1 cup softened butter; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 6 large eggs; 1/3 cup poppy seed; Syrup; 1/3 cup Grand Marnier; 1/3 cup orange juice; 2/3 cup granulated sugar

Servings: persons

3 cups all-purpose flour, sift before measuring
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest
1 cup softened butter
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 large eggs
1/3 cup poppy seed
Syrup
1/3 cup Grand Marnier
1/3 cup orange juice
2/3 cup granulated sugar

1
Butter and flour a 10-inch tube pan. Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
In a large bowl, measure the sifted flour, baking powder, salt, soda, and orange zest; set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with 1 1/2 cups sugar until creamy; beat in cream, vanilla, and eggs until light. Slowly beat in the flour mixture until well blended. Stir in the poppy seeds.
3
Spread the batter in prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the cake comes out clean.
4
Meanwhile, about 5 minutes before the cake is done baking, combine Grand Marnier, orange juice, and 2/3 cup sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Lower heat and simmer for 1 minute.
5
Take the cake from the oven and place on a rack; poke all over the top (dozens of times) with a long skewer or cake tester. Spoon the hot syrup mixture over the cake. Let stand for 10 minutes then remove pan sides. The syrup should have soaked in completely. Let the cake cool before carefully loosening and removing the tube section.

1529

kcal

Calories

Fat

185

Carbs

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, sift before measuring, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Grand Marnier 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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Grand Marnier Poppy Seed Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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