Vegan Lemon Cake Recipe

Indulge in this zesty and moist Vegan Lemon Cake! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor and perfectly textured, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress. No eggs, butter, or dairy needed – just pure vegan deliciousness. Perfect for afternoon tea, birthdays, or any celebration!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 133.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 3.9 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegan Lemon Cake

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How to Make Vegan Lemon Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  8. While the cake cools, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened vegan butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  9. Gradually add lemon juice, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  10. Once the cake is completely cool, frost the top evenly.
  11. Slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious Vegan Lemon Cake!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

4g

Carbs

7g