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Spiced Pear and Almond Cake

This lemon poppy seed cake is a moist, flavorful delight, bursting with bright citrus notes and a delicate crunch from the poppy seeds. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze, it's the perfect cake for any occasion, from afternoon tea to a celebratory brunch. Its vibrant flavor and tender crumb will make it an instant hit with family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup poppy seeds
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • For the Lemon Glaze:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or a bundt pan.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, poppy seeds, lemon juice, and lemon zest.