Description
Enjoy a slice of sunshine with this moist and tender Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake features a bright lemon flavor and the delightful crunch of poppy seeds, all without gluten. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 – 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Mix in the Greek yogurt (or sour cream).
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, stirring just until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- This gluten-free lemon poppy seed cake stays moist for days.
- The flavor improves on the second day.
- Easier to zest lemons before juicing.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure even mixing and better rise.
- Add extra lemon juice to the glaze for more lemon flavor.
- Check if your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / European-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx.)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg