Polish Poppy Seed Cake

Polish Poppy Seed Delight Cake, a traditional vegetarian dessert perfect for festive occasions or any day of the year. This gluten and dairy-friendly recipe features a buttery shortcrust base topped with a creamy poppy seed filling and a sweet almond glaze.

With its unique texture and flavor profile, this cake is perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying with a cup of tea. Packed with nutrients from poppy seeds, it offers a wholesome treat that satisfies your sweet tooth.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 90 minutes

Overview

This Polish Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful treat often reserved for special occasions like Christmas and Easter. With a shortcrust base, a creamy poppy seed mixture, and a thick sugar glaze, this cake is a sweet indulgence that can be enjoyed any time of the year.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy, Nuts

Cuisine

Polish

Ingredients

• 2 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 Cup granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 Cup poppy seeds
• 1 Cup milk
• 1 Cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) almond extract

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, mix the flour and softened butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
3. In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the poppy seeds and milk. Let them soak for about 10 minutes.
5. Add the poppy seed mixture to the egg mixture and stir until well combined. Pour this mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and almond extract in a small bowl. Add a little water if needed to reach a drizzling consistency.
8. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Polish Poppy Seed Cake!