Best 6 Lemon Poppy Seed Pull Apart Coffee Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Poppy Seed Pull-Apart Coffee Cake, a tantalizing treat that combines the zesty brightness of lemon with the delicate crunch of poppy seeds, all enveloped in a soft, fluffy coffee cake. This recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating this irresistible cake, complete with variations for a glaze and cream cheese filling to customize your baking experience. Whether you prefer a classic glaze or a luscious cream cheese filling, this recipe provides all the necessary instructions to achieve both options. Additionally, discover a collection of delectable recipes, including Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, Lemon Poppy Seed Scones, and Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies, all featuring the vibrant combination of lemon and poppy seeds. These recipes cater to various preferences and occasions, promising a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite.

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LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup buttermilk, shaken
1/3 cup poppy seeds (1.75 ounces)
Nonstick baking spray with flour, such as Baker's Joy
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
4 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup grated lemon zest, loosely packed (4 to 5 large lemons)
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pour the buttermilk into a 2-cup liquid measuring cup, stir in the poppy seeds, and set aside at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Thoroughly spray the inside of a Bundt pan with the baking spray and set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and 2 cups of the granulated sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes, until light yellow and fluffy. With the mixer on low, add the eggs, one at a time, the vanilla, and lemon zest, scraping down the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • Sift the flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into a medium bowl. Add 1/4 cup of the lemon juice to the buttermilk mixture. With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture in thirds, beginning and ending with the flour. Scrape the bowl with a rubber spatula to be sure the batter is well mixed. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, place the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup of lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over high heat until the sugar dissolves. Set aside. When the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a baking rack set over a large plate. Spoon the warm lemon syrup slowly over the cake, allowing it to be absorbed into the cake. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to cool.
  • For the glaze, whisk the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl, adding a little more sugar or lemon juice to make a smooth, thick, but pourable glaze. Drizzle over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Transfer to a flat cake plate and serve at room temperature.

LEMON PULL-APART COFFEE CAKE



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I found this recipe in a newspaper and make it often. I like to bake this coffee cake when unexpected company stops in and I need something speedy to go with a cup of coffee. -Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Separate biscuits and cut each into quarters; toss with sugar mixture. Arrange in a greased 9-in. round baking pan., Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Immediately invert onto a wire rack. In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over coffee cake. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

LEMON-POPPY SEED PULL-APART COFFEE CAKE



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Enjoy this delicious coffee cake packed with poppy seed - a great breakfast made using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 4 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 packages quick active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir 4 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, the yeast, salt, milk and 1/2 cup melted butter until well mixed. On lightly floured surface, knead dough 5 to 6 minutes, adding additional flour as needed, until smooth and no longer sticky. Grease large bowl with shortening or spray with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover and let rise in warm place 30 to 40 minutes or until dough has doubled in size.
  • Meanwhile, grease 10-cup fluted tube cake pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar, the lemon peel and poppy seed.
  • Gently push fist into dough to deflate; divide in half. Roll half of dough at a time into a rope, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Cut each rope into 16 pieces. Return dough pieces to greased bowl; toss gently with 1/2 cup melted butter, using hands. Sprinkle poppy seed mixture over buttered dough; toss gently until well coated. Shape pieces into balls; place evenly in pan. Cover and let rise in warm place 20 to 30 minutes or until until dough has almost doubled in size (dough will just reach top of pan).
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until deep golden brown. Immediately place heatproof serving plate upside down on pan; turn plate and pan over to remove bread. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

LEMON-POPPY SEED COFFEE CAKE



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All it takes is the addition of nuttiness from poppy seeds and brightness from lemon to give your classic coffee cake a new springy twist. Nutmeg is the secret ingredient that ties together the sweet and salty buttery oat topping.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 slices of cake

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the dish
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup granulated sugar
4 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup rolled oats
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Lightly butter a 9-inch square baking dish; dust with flour and tap out the excess. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds and salt in a medium bowl. Beat the butter, granulated sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then beat in the vanilla. Reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the flour mixture in two batches, alternating with the sour cream and scraping down the bowl as needed. Spread the batter in the baking dish.
  • Make the topping: Mix the flour, brown sugar, oats, poppy seeds, nutmeg and salt in a bowl; work in the butter with your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse meal.
  • Sprinkle the topping over the batter. Bake, rotating the baking dish halfway through, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE



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This luscious, lemony poppy seed cake recipe from Betty Bjarnason is one of many collected by Brenda Wood of Egbert, Ontario for a reunion cookbook. —Betty Bjarnason, Egbert, ON

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
3/4 cup warm water
1/2 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup poppy seeds
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
Juice of 1 lemon
Additional confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mix. Add the water, oil, eggs and extracts. Beat for 30 seconds on low speed. Beat for 2 minutes on medium speed. Stir in poppy seeds. Pour into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack., Combine confectioners' sugar and lemon juice; brush over warm cake. Cool. Dust with additional confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON-POPPY SEED CAKE



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The secret to moist, flavorful lemon-poppy seed cake is to start with lemon cake mix! Let your microwave speed your way to an easy lemon glaze.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ lemon cake mix
1 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 tablespoons poppy seed
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy lemon frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • Make cake batter as directed on box--except stir poppy seed into batter. Pour into pan.
  • Bake as directed on box for fluted tube pan. Cool in pan 15 minutes; turn upside down onto heatproof serving plate. Remove pan; cool cake completely, about 1 hour.
  • In microwavable bowl, microwave frosting uncovered on Medium (50%) 15 seconds. Spread over top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down side. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This includes using fresh lemons, poppy seeds, and butter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Be patient when baking the cake. It may take a little longer than you expect, but it's worth it for a perfectly baked cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help the cake hold its shape and make it easier to slice.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lemon poppy seed pull-apart coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion. It's moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze. The poppy seeds add a nice crunch and texture. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. If you happen to be a lemon lover, be sure to try our Lemon Chess Pie, Lemon Blueberry Bread, and Lemon Crepes with Blueberry Sauce recipes too!

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