How to Bake Lemon Poppyseed Cake

Lemon poppyseed cake is a delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's light, moist, and bursting with bright lemon flavor. Here's how you can bake your own lemon poppyseed cake at home:

Ingredients: - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon lemon zest - 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.

5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Serve the cake plain, or with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.

Enjoy your delicious homemade lemon poppyseed cake!