A simple cake snack for an amazing tea break

What a lovely idea! Here's a simple recipe for a delicious cake snack that's perfect for an amazing tea break:

Lemon Poppyseed Cake Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the poppy seeds.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• You can adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste. If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, add another teaspoon.
• If you don't have poppy seeds, you can substitute with chopped nuts or dried cranberries.
• These cake bites are perfect for a tea break because they're bite-sized, easy to grab, and pair well with a variety of teas, such as Earl Grey, English Breakfast, or herbal teas like chamomile or lemon balm.

Tea Pairing Suggestions:

• Earl Grey: The bergamot flavor in Earl Grey tea complements the lemon flavor in the cake perfectly.
• English Breakfast: A classic pairing that's hard to beat. The strong black tea balances the sweetness of the cake.
• Herbal Tea: Try pairing the cake with a soothing herbal tea like chamomile or lemon balm for a calming and refreshing tea break.

Enjoy your amazing tea break with these delicious Lemon Poppyseed Cake Bites!