Delicious Orange Pumpkin Poppy Seed Cake

Indulge in the delightful combination of orange, pumpkin, and poppy seeds with this scrumptious cake. Moist and flavorful, this cake is perfect for any occasion. The zesty orange flavor complements the earthy pumpkin, while the nutty poppy seeds add a delightful crunch. Make this cake your next baking project and impress your friends and family with its incredible taste!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the pumpkin puree and orange zest.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, alternating with the orange juice and milk. Mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the poppy seeds.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, you can enjoy the cake as is or frost it with your favorite cream cheese frosting.
9. Slice and serve!

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