Moist Lemon Cake with Poppy Glaze

Moist Lemon Cake with Poppy Glaze

chefmelt.com

Fresh lemon flavor meets a sweet, smooth vanilla glaze in this fluffy dessert. Perfectly balanced for brunches or casual get-togethers.

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup sour cream, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
  • 1 heaping tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 250 g all-purpose flour, lightly scooped and leveled
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (like canola oil)
  • 250 g granulated sugar
  • 113 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
  • 4 to 5 tablespoons lemon juice or whole milk
  • Splash of optional vanilla extract
  • 180 g sifted powdered sugar

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