Poppy Seed Torte

Indulge in the timeless elegance of a Poppy Seed Torte, a dessert that perfectly balances nutty sophistication with luscious creaminess. This delightful recipe features a tender, aromatic cake infused with poppy seeds soaked in milk for a rich flavor and delicate texture. Each layered bite is luxuriously frosted with a velvety blend of whipped cream and cream cheese, crowned with optional chocolate shavings for an indulgent finish. Ideal for celebrations or as a refined dessert, this torte comes together easily with a modest prep time of just 30 minutes. Impress your guests with this moist, flavorful treat, and enjoy every bite of this show-stopping dessert! Perfect for those searching for "poppy seed cake recipes," "easy layered desserts," or "elegant cream cheese frosting."

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Poppy seeds
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup Chocolate shavings or curls (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the poppy seeds and milk. Heat over medium heat until just warm, then set aside to let the poppy seeds absorb the milk and soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the poppy seed and milk mixture. Start and end with the dry ingredients.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.

Step 9

To prepare the frosting: In a clean bowl, whisk the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Step 10

In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.

Step 11

Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled torte. If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings or curls.

Step 12

Refrigerate the torte for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 13

Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious poppy seed torte!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1674.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5422.8

Total Fat 333.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1512.4mg	0%
Sodium 3317.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 532.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 312.3g
Protein 88.8g	0%

Vitamin D 267.4IU	0%
Calcium 1787.8mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 1914.6mg	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: 54.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 38.8%