Zesty Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake Recipe
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that perfectly balances citrus zing with the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. This easy-to-make cake is a delightful treat for any occasion!
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 1 8-inch round cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grapefruit juice
- 1 tablespoon grapefruit zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds in a bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a separate bowl.
- Add Eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time until well incorporated.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Mix in grapefruit juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer batter to cake pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Frost (Optional): Consider frosting with a glaze made from powdered sugar and grapefruit juice.
Notes
- You can enhance the citrus flavor by adding more grapefruit zest if desired.
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake, Citrus Cake Recipe, Easy Desserts