Delicious American Poppy Seed Cake Recipe

This American Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful treat that combines the traditional Hungarian poppy seed filling with a moist and flavorful cake base. The poppy seed filling adds a nutty and slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the light and fluffy cake layers. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup poppy seed filling

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Alternate adding flour and milk to the mixture, starting and ending with flour.
5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread poppy seed filling over it.
6. Top with the remaining batter and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and serve the cake with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

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