Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cake

Ingredients

• 2 and 3/4 cups (345 grams) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter ((softened))
• 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs ((room temperature))
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) canola or vegetable oil
• 1 cup (240 grams) sour cream
• 1 cup (120 grams) confectioners sugar
• 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 ml) fresh lemon juice ((or as needed to thin out the glaze))

Instructions

1. 1

   --- To make the cake: ---

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds. Set aside.

3. 3

   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or a large mixing bowl using a hand-held mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Mix in the eggs one a time, then mix in the vanilla. Slowly mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and oil.

5. 5

   Alternate mixing the flour mixture and the sour cream into the wet ingredients, starting with the flour and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Spray a 10-inch bundt pan well with non stick cooking spray. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and evenly spread it around.

7. 7

   Bake at 350°F for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Cover loosely with foil if needed for the last 5-10 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Then invert the cake onto a wire rack to finish cooling.

9. 9

   --- To make the glaze: ---

10. 10

    Add the powdered sugar and lemon juice to a small mixing bowl and mix until fully combined.

11. 11

    One the cake has cooled, place a piece of foil under the wire rack (to catch any glaze that falls off). Pour the lemon glaze evenly over the cake and allow to harden for about 10-15 minutes.

12. 12

    Slice and enjoy!