Poppy seeds are a unique ingredient. They’re ancient but somehow always trendy. The crunchy, tiny seeds give color, flavor and texture to any baking project, and they have become the most exciting seed to cook with.

What to do with poppy seeds? Why not a classic Bundt cake? Bundt cakes are never too dry or crumbly, sweet or overwhelming; they’re mild and easy to enjoy. The donut-shaped cake gets its name from the Bundt pan used to give it its shape, which became insanely popular in the 1960s.

Bundt cakes are still a thing, and they’re more than popular; they’re a classic. The Bundt pan is more than a mold; it cooks the cake evenly inside and out, giving it the loveliest golden crust while keeping the crumb moist and fluffy. Let’s talk about our recipe for poppy seed Bundt cake.

Why Make a Poppy Seed Bundt Cake?

Bundt cakes are crowd-pleasing delicious, and they’re so nice looking that you can serve them on special occasions. Of course, having friends over for a cup of tea or coffee is reason enough to bake a Bundt cake, which will surely elevate any get-together into a memorable evening.

Bundt cakes are also customizable. You can flavor them with anything with exciting results. That’s where poppy seeds come in. The tiny seeds add texture and specks of color to the already delicious cake, resulting in a fantastic bake that’s just as good as what you’ll find in any bakery.

Did you know? Poppy seeds are not allowed in some countries, as they come from the opium poppy, a plant used to extract opioids used in intoxicants. Of course, consuming poppy seeds is totally safe, although in rare cases they can cause false-positive results in drug tests!

What Goes into a Poppy Seed Bundt Cake?

To make a poppy seed Bundt cake, you’ll need flour, eggs, butter, sugar and baking powder. Do these sound familiar? The Bundt cake is a regular sponge cake, so it’s effortless to make! You’ll also need poppy seeds to make this beauty. Isn’t that easy?

Poppy Seed Bundt Cake Recipe

Servings: 8-10

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cooking time: 60 minutes

Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients:

·      1.5 cups of butter, softened

·      2 cups granulated sugar

·      4 eggs

·      1 tsp vanilla extract

·      3 cups all-purpose flour

·      2 tsp baking powder

·      1 tsp salt

·      4 tbsp poppy seeds

·      1 cup of milk

·      Cooking oil in spray

Directions:

1.     Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a Bundt pan with cooking oil. Set aside.

2.     Using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until frothy. Add the eggs one at a time while beating and the vanilla extract.

3.     In a second bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt and poppy seeds.

4.     Incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mix while whisking. Slowly pour in the milk.

5.     Pour the batter into the greased Bundt cake pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until cooked through.

6.     Cool on a rack before unmolding.

7.     Alternatively, garnish with a glaze made of powdered sugar and a splash of milk.