Description
Delicious lemon poppy seed squares that are perfect for a light dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 1/2 cups milk (or non-dairy milk)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (unsalted)
- 3 large eggs
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large sheet pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and poppy seeds.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, and zest until combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture while gently stirring to avoid overmixing.
- Spread the batter evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg