Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf Cake

Lemon cake with poppy seeds is simple, tasty, and very aromatic, and can be easily prepared in your own kitchen. The lemon cake cuts beautifully, is tender, and airy. The cake can be prepared with different types of citrus fruits, changing the taste and aroma of the cake as desired.

Lemon and poppy seed cake is the perfect combination of citrus freshness and the crunchy texture of poppy seeds. The dessert is made elegant by the layers of citrus flavor and the subtle note of syrup that permeates each slice. The taste is balanced, not too sweet, but fragrant enough to be enjoyed with tea or coffee. The preparation does not involve complicated steps, but the result is impressive in its juiciness and elegance.

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  First, beat the eggs with the vanilla, sugar, and salt until smooth. Add the citrus zest.
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  Add the sour cream and baking powder.
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  Add the flour and mix the dough well. Incorporate the cooled melted butter.
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  Add the poppy seeds and stir the mixture.
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  Pour the dough into the prepared loaf pan. Bake at 180 degrees until dry. Meanwhile, you need to boil the syrup. To do this, mix all the ingredients, bring the syrup to a boil, and boil for three minutes.
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  The finished cake with poppy seeds should be soaked in syrup while still hot. Allow to cool, then slice and serve. Enjoy!

This delicious lemon cake is incredibly easy and quick to make. It turns out fragrant and very soft, with a bright citrus note. The syrup makes the cake velvety and gives it an expressive lemon flavor. The cake keeps for a long time and does not stale, retaining its airy texture.