Lemon Pecan Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Lemon Pecan Cake! A healthier twist on a classic, this recipe is mostly vegan (honey is used) and sourced from "The Best of Silver Hills Delicious Vegetarian Cuisine." Get ready to impress with this moist, flavorful cake bursting with bright lemon and crunchy pecans. Perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 319.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Lemon Pecan Cake

  • Raw Cashews
  • Honey
  • 2 large egg substitute
  • Lemon Flavoring
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Cold Water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 1/4 cups unbleached white flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 3/4 cups brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon zest
  • Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) vegan butter
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (for cake) and 3-4 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

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How to Make Lemon Pecan Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the vegan butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the plant-based milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Stir in the chopped pecans and honey.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

125g

Fat

10g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Pecan Cake?

Lemon Pecan Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Pecan Cake?

Lemon Pecan Cake has approximately 319.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Pecan Cake?

The key ingredients for Lemon Pecan Cake are Raw Cashews, Honey, Egg Substitute, Lemon Flavoring, Salt, Cold Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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