OLD FASHIONED POPPY SEED CAKE

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This recipe was given to me by the Frankenmuth Historical Association and Mrs Zehnder from Frankenmuth ,Michigan. This recipe has been in her family since she was a child in the 30's..It was always their Birthday Cake when she was a child and her children love it too and now her grandchildren love it!

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 25

CAKE
1/4 to 1/2 c poppy seeds- more or less to your liking -i like to use 1/2 cup
3/4 c milk
3/4 c butter or spry(spry is a shortening like crisco)
1 1/4 c granulated sugar
1/4 c brown sugar, lightly packed
2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla
4 large egg whites, stiffly beaten
FILLING
4 large egg yolks
2 c milk
1 c granulated sugar
3 Tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
FROSTING
1 c solid crisco or spry shortening
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp butter extract
3 Tbsp powdered coffee creamer
1/4 c warm water-more if needed
4 c powdered sugar
garnish coconut or nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375^. Grease two 9-inch cake pan then place a circle of waxed paper in the pans and grease the paper; set aside. Soak the poppy seed in the milk, the longer the soak the better;set aside.
  • 2. CAKE: Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Then add the milk and poppy seeds. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and vanilla.
  • 3. Fold in the beaten egg whites. Pour equally into the prepared pans. Bake for 25 minutes or until tested done when tooth pick is inserted in center of cakes. Cool 2 minutes in tins; remove from pan and remove waxed paper carefully. Cool completely on wire racks. Prepare filling.
  • 4. FILLING: Heat milk , vanilla and sugar then add cornstarch and yolks mixed together. Cook till thick and then cool. Spread between layers. Make Frosting.
  • 5. FROSTING: Cream shortening in the bowl of mixer. Add the extracts. To the powdered creamer add the water and mix until dissolved and add to the shortening mixture and mix on low until the water is incorporated into the shortening. Slowly add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed. You may need a little more water depending on consistency of icing you want. Garnish top with coconut or nuts ,if desired. This does not need to be refrigerated.

Bandhan Movies
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This cake is a winner! It's moist, flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Salam Bd
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out great. It's the perfect cake for a quick and easy dessert.


Alashia Lewis
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This cake is delicious! The poppy seeds give it a unique flavor that I really enjoy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Anmol Tamang
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I've made this cake many times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Malik Hassnain
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the combination of the sweet cake and the crunchy poppy seeds.


Lee Woods
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I love this cake! It's moist, flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice crunch. I always get compliments when I make it.


Benon ahmed
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect cake for a quick and easy dessert.


arkam pasta
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and several people asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


JoAnn Bell
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This cake is delicious! It's light and fluffy, and the poppy seeds give it a nice crunch. I love the simple glaze on top. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Sandy Yassin
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I've made this cake several times, and it's always a hit. It's moist, flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice touch. I love serving it with a cup of coffee or tea.


William Kupu
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This is a great recipe for a classic poppy seed cake. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the moist crumb and the crunchy poppy seeds. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


chode
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I made this cake for my family, and they all loved it. My kids especially loved the poppy seeds. It's a great cake for a special occasion or just for a weekend treat.


Ansleigh Nelson
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This cake is a winner! It's so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of the sweet cake and the crunchy poppy seeds. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Elliot Cappie
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I'm not usually a fan of poppy seed cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Tajammal
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This cake is super easy to make, and it always turns out great. I love that it uses simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Damira Bernard
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I've been making this cake for years, and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice touch. I love serving it with a cup of coffee in the morning.


Emerson
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This cake is delicious! The poppy seeds give it a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoy. I also like that it's not too sweet. It's perfect for a snack or dessert.


Alissa Maccay
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I made this cake for a potluck at work, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and several people asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Tumuhimbise Keneth
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I've made this cake many times, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and the ingredients are all things I usually have on hand. I love the way the poppy seeds add a little crunch to the cake. My favorite way to serve it is with a do


BIG ISIAKA
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This cake is a classic for a reason. My grandma used to make it every year for our family gatherings, and it was always a huge hit. Her recipe was nearly identical to this one. It's so moist and flavorful, and the poppy seeds add a nice touch of text