Poppy Seed Cake Recipe
Prep Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Servings: 12
Indulge your taste buds with the delightful flavors of our Poppy Seed Cake! This dessert, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, is a perfect treat that requires minimal preparation but promises a burst of deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup poppy seeds
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 415.4
- Fat: 20.9g
- Saturated Fat: 10.8g
- Cholesterol: 112mg
- Sodium: 418.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.4g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 30.4g
- Protein: 7g
Instructions:
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Begin by creating a delightful blend of poppy seeds and buttermilk. Allow this mixture to stand in the refrigerator for several hours or, for a richer flavor, overnight.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This will form the foundation of your cake’s texture.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until the mixture achieves a smooth and airy consistency. Gradually beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. To enhance the aroma, introduce the vanilla extract and grated orange rind, blending them seamlessly into the batter.
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Now, it’s time to marry the dry and wet ingredients. Stir the flour mixture into the buttermilk-poppy seed concoction in approximately four additions, ensuring a smooth and homogenous batter with each addition.
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Take a moment to revel in the enticing aroma emanating from your kitchen, as you spoon half of the batter into a generously greased and floured 10-inch Bundt pan.
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Elevate the flavor profile by combining the remaining sugar with cinnamon. Sprinkle this delightful mixture over the batter, creating a tantalizing layer that will infuse each slice with sweetness and warmth.
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Complete the masterpiece by pouring the remaining batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer. This layering technique ensures a harmonious blend of flavors that will captivate your taste buds.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F and let the Bundt pan take center stage for approximately 1 hour. Keep a watchful eye and perform the wooden pick test – a clean pick signifies perfection.
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As the cake emerges from the oven, allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, with a gentle flip, release the cake onto a cooling rack to finalize the cooling process.
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To achieve the utmost depth of flavor, cover the cake tightly and exercise patience as it seasons for a day or two. This step may require restraint, but the enhanced taste is well worth the wait.
Indulge in the fruits of your labor as you slice into this Poppy Seed Cake – a symphony of textures and flavors that will undoubtedly make it a star dessert at your table. Whether for special occasions or spontaneous sweet cravings, this recipe promises a memorable culinary experience that will leave your guests craving more.
