Poppy Seed Cake Sponge Cake - 5 Best Poppy Seed Cake Recipes

Sponge cake is one of the most popular bases for various types of cakes and pastries. Desserts made with it are distinguished by their tenderness and incomparable aroma. Imagine what a delicious and original cake you could create if you added poppy seeds to the sponge cake! Poppy seeds pair beautifully with the sweetness of sponge cake, adding a special touch to any cake.

A distinctive feature of poppy seed sponge cakes is the presence of butter, vegetable oil, water, or milk in the dough. These ingredients make the crumb more moist and tender, imparting a pleasant creamy aroma to the baked goods. Poppy seed sponge cakes not only taste delicious but also look beautiful when sliced. This sponge cake pairs beautifully with milk creams and soaks, chocolate, and cream fillings. Cakes made with this base can be enhanced with meringue, fruit, berry, and citrus fillings. Looking to add variety to your desserts? In this article, I'll share with you several of my favorite poppy seed sponge cake recipes.

The video's author is an expert in biscuit baking, so she'll walk you through all the intricacies of the process. Rest assured, the cakes made with this recipe are sure to turn out great!

Fluffy and tender sponge cake with poppy seeds

This poppy seed sponge cake recipe is based on the classic sponge cake method. Its main distinguishing feature is the poppy seed. Sunflower oil is also added to the dough, which gives the finished product its softness, tenderness, and the necessary moisture. If you're a fan of poppy seed baked goods, try making this sponge cake recipe.

Ingredients

• Egg (large) - 4 pcs.
• Sugar - 130 g
• Flour - 130 g
• Baking powder - 6 g
• Poppy seeds - 100 g
• Hot water - 40 ml
• Vegetable oil - 30 ml
• Salt - a pinch

Cooking time: 60 minutes

Servings: mold with a diameter of 24 cm

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Prepare the necessary ingredients. Grind the poppy seeds first using a coffee grinder or immersion blender.

Step 2

Combine flour and baking powder and pass through a sieve.

Step 3

Add poppy seeds. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Break the eggs into a mixer bowl, add a little salt and beat at low speed until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually, in small portions, whisking constantly, add sugar to the eggs. Beat at high speed until thick and fluffy.

Step 6

Add the dry ingredients to the egg-sugar mixture. Gently stir with a spoon until smooth.

Step 7

Mix butter and hot water (water temperature about 90 degrees) into the dough one by one.

Step 8

Transfer the dough to a baking pan. Place in a preheated oven and bake at 170-180 degrees Celsius for about 35-40 minutes. Check for doneness with a dry toothpick.

Step 9

Leave the finished cake on a wire rack until it cools completely. It's recommended to wait at least 2 hours before slicing.

Poppy seed sponge cake for a square cake by Julia Small

Sponge cakes can be round or square. They can be used to make delicate and delicious cakes with the most original fillings. Yulia Small's sponge cake recipe is very easy to prepare. It's based on a classic sponge cake recipe, enhanced with ingredients like poppy seeds and butter. This sponge cake is also known as "Genoese." Besides the additional ingredients, the preparation method also differs, resulting in a more airy and tender cake. Let's learn more about the recipe's key feature.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 6 pcs.
• Sugar - 180 g
• Flour - 160 g
• Butter - 80 g
• Poppy seeds - 30 g
• Salt - a pinch

Cooking time: 60 minutes

Servings: square pan 16 x 16 cm or round pan 18 cm in diameter

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Beat the eggs in a deep metal bowl. Add salt and sugar.

Step 2

Place the container in a double boiler, making sure the bottom doesn't touch the water. Stir the egg-sugar mixture continuously until all the sugar has dissolved. It's easy to check—just rub the mixture between your fingers. If you can't feel any grains, the sugar has dissolved.

Step 3

Remove the container from the water bath and beat the mixture with a mixer at high speed. The mixture should increase in volume, turn white, and reach the consistency of sour cream.

Step 4

Add the flour to the egg-sugar mixture, sifting it in several batches and gently mixing each time with a silicone spatula or spoon.

Step 5

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Add butter to 2-3 tablespoons of the dough and mix until smooth. Return the butter mixture to the main bowl.

Step 7

Add dried poppy seeds to the dough. Stir until smooth.

Step 8

Place the dough on a 30cm square baking sheet, spread it evenly, and place it in a preheated oven. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 25 minutes, using the top-bottom setting without convection. Check for doneness with a toothpick. If using a smaller baking sheet, keep in mind that baking time will be longer.

Step 9

The finished sponge cake is very tender, soft, and flavorful. It can be cut into 4 equal pieces and spread with cream of your choice.

A simple recipe for poppy seed sponge cake made with 5 ingredients

If you don't want to spend a lot of time making sponge cake layers, but still want a delicious, tender, and unique cake base, try this recipe. Just five ingredients and half an hour of your time will fill not only your kitchen but your entire apartment with the aroma of homemade baked goods. Want to impress your guests? Then be sure to bake a sponge cake using this recipe.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 6 pcs.
• Sugar - 120 g
• Flour - 120 g
• Butter - 100 g
• Poppy seeds - 100 g

Cooking time: 30-40 minutes

Servings: mold with a diameter of 21 cm

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1

Separate the whites from the yolks.

Step 2

Add a little salt to the whites and start beating with a mixer at high speed.

Step 3

Once the egg whites are whipped, gradually add sugar, keeping the mixer running. Continue whisking for a few minutes until stiff peaks form.

Step 4

Add the yolks to the whites. Do this gradually, whisking thoroughly each time with a mixer. Beat until smooth.

Step 5

Add sifted flour and poppy seeds to the egg mixture.

Step 6

Gently mix the ingredients with a silicone spatula or spoon until smooth.

Step 7

Add the pre-melted butter. Stir with a spatula until smooth.

Step 8

Transfer the dough to the pan. Place in a preheated oven. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 35-40 minutes.

Step 9

Let the finished sponge cake cool. Then remove it and cut it into layers. This amount of ingredients makes three layers. Spread the layers with your choice of frosting.

What goes well with poppy seed sponge cake?

Poppy seed cakes pair beautifully with a variety of fillings and creams. You can use cottage cheese, butter, or custard creams for the filling, complementing them with fruits and citrus fruits.

I offer several original ideas for poppy seed cakes:

• With custard and peaches. This is a truly wonderful combination. The delicate texture of the custard perfectly complements the texture of the sponge cake, and the sweet peach adds a touch of zest and moisture. In this case, the cake layers don't need any additional soaking. Simply coat them with the filling and let the cake sit for a few hours.

• With lemon curd and meringueAs noted above, citrus notes are a perfect complement to a sweet sponge cake. And the meringue layer adds interest to the texture and perfectly complements the tart lemon flavor.

• With mascarpone mousse and cherriesThe cake is incredibly delicious. The mousse adds tenderness and airiness, and the cherry layer pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the sponge cake.

• With ice cream. Classic lovers will appreciate this layered version. This cake simply melts in your mouth, turning out incredibly soft and moist.

Video: Poppy Seed Cake from "I Am a Tortodel"

Here's another version of the poppy seed sponge cake recipe. The video's author explains and demonstrates every step of the cake preparation process in an engaging and accessible way. The key to this recipe is heating the egg-sugar mixture in a double boiler. This is done before whisking with a mixer to ensure the sugar dissolves completely. The result is fluffy cakes with a creamy flavor and a pleasant aroma. Interested? Then check out this incredibly delicious sponge cake recipe on the "I am a Tortodel" channel.