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Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Tea Cakes

Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Tea Cakes

The perfect treat for any occasion, Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Tea Cakes blend bright citrus flavor with crunchy poppy seeds. These easy-to-bake cakes are moist, delicious, and irresistible. Enjoy them at brunch, with tea, or as a delightful dessert!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound sticks Butter softened; plus more for greasing pans
  • 2 cups Flour plus more for dusting pans
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups Sugar
  • 3 Eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon zest grated
  • 1/4 cup Meyer lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Cold milk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ยบ. Grease two mini Bundt pans with butter, then dust them lightly with flour or spray with Baker's Joy.
  2. Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds together in a medium-size bowl and set aside.
  3. In a separate, big bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using an electric mixture until light lemon-yellow in color. With the mixer speed low, beat in the eggs, continuing with the Meyer lemon zest and juice.
  4. With a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, stir half the milk into the wet ingredients. Stir in half the flour. Stir in the remaining milk. Add the remaining flour, and stir just until no flour is visible.
  5. Scrape the batter into the prepared pans with a rubber spatula, filling about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for about 20-22 minutes or until the tops are a very light golden brown and a toothpick inserted into middle of one of the cakes comes out clean.
  7. Cool in pan for a few minutes, then invert and let cakes cool on wire rack. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

  • Tip 1: These cakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze these cakes for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: Serve these cakes with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to experiment with different citrus fruits such as oranges or grapefruit.
  • Tip 5: These cakes are perfect for birthday parties or any special occasions.