Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup poppy seeds
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla.
- Add the cocoa powder and mix until combined. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the poppy seeds until evenly distributed. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
- Poppy seeds are a popular ingredient in many European baked goods.
- This cake is great for a special occasion, like birthdays or anniversaries.
- This cake is perfect with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
