Libbies Poppy Seed Cake Recipe

Name: Libbies Poppy Seed Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup poppy seed; 1 ¼ cups milk; 1 ½ cups sugar; ½ cup lard or ½ cup butter; 2 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 eggs, whites beaten stiff; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ cup butter; 1 lb powdered sugar; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon milk

Servings: persons

⅔ cup poppy seed
1 ¼ cups milk
1 ½ cups sugar
½ cup lard or ½ cup butter
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs, whites beaten stiff
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
1 lb powdered sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon milk

1
Soak poppy seeds in 1 1/4 c milk overnight.
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
3
beat egg whites.
4
Cream lard,salt, sugar, honey, 3 egg yolks and vanilla together.
5
Add dry ingredients; then add poppy seed mixture.
6
When blended, fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
7
Put in greased and floured cake pan.
8
Bake until cake springs back when touched, about 40 minutes.
9
Libby doesn't have exact time here folks.
10
I was lucky to get measurements for her food--she's been doing it so long.
11
For the frosting, combine butter and powdered sugar; then add lemon juice and milk.
12
Spread on warm cake.

1543

kcal

Calories

Fat

248

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup poppy seed, 1 ¼ cups milk, 1 ½ cups sugar, ½ cup lard or ½ cup butter, and more.

Yes, Libbies 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Libbies Poppy Seed Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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