Indulge in the delightful taste of a homemade poppy seed bundt cake, infused with a hint of almond flavor and topped with a sweet glaze. This classic recipe is perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add in the flour mixture and milk, alternating between the two.
- Fold in poppy seeds until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Drizzle with glaze before serving.
Interesting Facts
Poppy seeds are not only a great source of fiber, but they also add a crunchy texture to the cake.
Bundt cakes were popularized in the 1950s and are now a classic dessert choice for many occasions.