Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Citrus Delight
Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Citrus Delight is a vibrant and refreshing dessert that enliven any gathering. With its zesty grapefruit flavor and delightful crunch from poppy seeds, this cake is not only easy to make but also impressively delicious. Perfect for family dinners, celebrations, or a sweet treat after a busy day, it fills your kitchen with a fragrant citrus aroma while baking. This light and airy cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grapefruit juice
- 1 tablespoon grapefruit zest
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Mix in grapefruit juice, zest, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg