Gluten-Free Lemon and Poppy Seed Cake

Servings: 8 Total Time: 1 hr Difficulty: Beginner
A zesty classic made gluten-free with a creamy lemon glaze!
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Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Total Time 1 hr
Servings: 8

Description

Did you know poppy seeds have been used in baking for over 3,000 years?

Combined with bright citrus and a moist, tender crumb, this gluten-free lemon poppy seed cake is a refreshing twist on a bakery favorite—finished with a silky lemon coconut glaze. Perfect for springtime brunch or a sunny afternoon treat! 🍋✨

Ingredients

For the Cake:

For the Glaze:

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Batter

  1. Gather your required ingredients.

  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Lightly grease a loaf pan, or line the inside of the pan with parchment paper.

  1. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the agave syrup until the mixture becomes pale in color and fluffy.

  1. Gradually add the olive oil while whisking the mixture for another minute.

  1. In a separate bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.

  1. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.

  1. Stir in sour cream, lemon zest, and poppy seeds.

  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. You can also let the batter rest for a couple of hours before baking for a more airy, bubbly texture.

Bake the Cake

  1. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  1. Let the cake cool completely before glazing.

Prepare the Lemon Glaze

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, cornstarch, lemon juice, and agave syrup until smooth.

  1. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.

  1. Remove the contents from heat, and whisk in the coconut oil until glossy.

  1. Chill the mixture if not using immediately. To reuse, blend the glaze briefly before decorating.

Decorate

  1. Pour or spread the glaze over the cooled cake.

  1. Garnish with extra lemon zest and a sprinkle of poppy seeds.

  1. Slice and serve!

Note

Storage Tips:

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.

Keywords: Baking Recipes, Lemon Cake, Easy Desserts, Homemade Cake, Poppy Seed Cake, Quick Baking, Dessert Ideas, Fluffy Cake, Spring Recipes, Sweet Treats
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