Pistachio Poppy Seed Cake
The Pistachio Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful fusion of Hungarian culinary traditions and Mediterranean flavors. The rich taste of ground poppy seeds is wonderfully enhanced by the crunchy pistachios, while the soft, tender crumb creates a perfect harmony. This cake is an ideal choice for festive tables or as an everyday dessert, where traditional flavors are presented with a modern twist. The freshness of the lemon zest and the natural sweetness of the pistachios are guaranteed to impress everyone.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 9-inch (22 cm) cake pan with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the ground poppy seeds, flour, baking powder, and lemon zest.
3
Chop the pistachios and add them to the dry ingredients.
4
In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5
Stir in the vanilla extract and milk. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9
Before serving, dust with powdered sugar and garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh lemon slices.
