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Avocado, Lemon, and Poppy Seed Cake

Avocado, Lemon, and Poppy Seed Cake

This Avocado, Lemon, and Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful dessert that's both moist and refreshing, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ripe avocados
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 lemons zest
  • 1/4 cup poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados until smooth. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and zest.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and poppy seeds.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the avocado mixture with sour cream and eggs until well combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 8g

Notes

Experiment with different citrus juices or add nuts for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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