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Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cakes: Zesty Joy in Every Bite

Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cakes: Zesty Joy in Every Bite

Delicious Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cakes full of zesty joy, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cakes
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mini Bundt pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • electric mixer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet option.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk and lemon juice.
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Essential for citrus punch.
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds Chia seeds can substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired thickness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour your mini Bundt pans.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and poppy seeds.
  • Beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, alternating with buttermilk.
  • Fill the pans about two-thirds full with the batter.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice to prepare glaze, and drizzle over cooled cakes.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding almond extract to the batter before mixing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
Keyword American Desserts, Bundt Cakes, Lemon Desserts, Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cakes, Poppy Seed Cakes, Zesty Desserts
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