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Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

Deliciously tart & sweet, this Meyer Lemon Poppyseed Loaf packs a super moist punch that is incredibly easy to make.
Course Dessert
Keyword Citrus, Loaf, Meyer Lemon, Poppy Seed
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Author Leona G.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour spooned & leveled
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup grape seed oil or any neutral oil
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • ¼ cup butter milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbs meyer lemon zest
  • 3 tbs meyer lemon juice
  • 2 tbs poppy seeds

Meyer Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • pinch of salt
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp meyer lemon zest
  • 3-4 tsp meyer lemon juice

Instructions

Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

  • Preheat your oven to 350°
  • In a mixing bowl, add you flour, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Whisk to combine.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add in the eggs and sugar. Beat on medium until pale yellow. About 2 minutes. Next add in the vanilla, oil, butter, buttermilk, sour cream, zest & juice. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl down after each addition. Beat just until combined. Lastly, fold in the poppy seeds. Pour the batter into a lightly greased loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the center is set. Allow the loaf cake to completely cool before glazing. Once the glaze sets, slice & enjoy!

Meyer Lemon Glaze

  • Sift the powdered sugar into a large bowl. Add the salt, vanilla, zest and juice 1 tsp at a time until a thick glaze forms.