Poppy Seed Squares

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Poppy Seed Squares—a perfect balance of bright citrus flavor and nutty poppy seed crunch. This easy-to-make dessert features a tender, buttery base infused with zesty lemon juice and vanilla, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Finished with a glossy lemon glaze that adds a refreshing burst of brightness, these squares are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Whipped up in just 45 minutes, these crowd-pleasers are perfect for gatherings, brunches, or a teatime treat. With a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a subtle poppy seed crunch, these squares are guaranteed to be a hit. Bake a batch and savor the delightful combination of homemade simplicity and gourmet flavor! Keywords: poppy seed squares, lemon glaze dessert, easy baking recipes, tangy lemon bars, brunch dessert ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are lightly golden.

Step 7

While the squares are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 8

Once the poppy seed squares are finished baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan.

Step 9

Drizzle the glaze evenly over the slightly warm squares and let it set for about 10 minutes.

Step 10

Cut into 16 squares and serve. Enjoy your lemony, poppy seed-packed dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3769.4

Total Fat 123.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 659.6mg	0%
Sodium 1882.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 629.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 436.6g
Protein 49.8g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 676.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 986.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 65.8%