Moist Lemon and Poppy Seed Loaf – Easy & Zesty for Everyone
A delightful and easy recipe for a moist lemon and poppy seed loaf that everyone will enjoy.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon zest and juice.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra zesty flavor, add extra lemon zest to the batter.
- This loaf can be served with a lemon glaze for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Moist Lemon and Poppy Seed Loaf, Easy Lemon Loaf, Zesty Cake Recipe