Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake Recipe
This Grapefruit Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful citrus-infused dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The bright and zesty flavor of grapefruit combined with the crunch of poppy seeds creates a unique and delicious cake that is sure to impress your guests. Light, moist, and bursting with flavor, this cake is a refreshing twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch cake (about 10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp grapefruit zest
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp fresh grapefruit juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Make the cake batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the grapefruit zest and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the grapefruit juice and buttermilk. Fold in the poppy seeds.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough grapefruit juice to make a smooth, pourable glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
- Serve and enjoy: Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy the refreshing citrus flavor!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of grapefruit juice in the glaze to reach your desired consistency.
- For extra citrus flavor, add more grapefruit zest to the cake batter.
- This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
