Vegan Lemon Cake

Bright, zesty, and completely plant-based, this Vegan Lemon Cake is a citrus lover's dream! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, plant-based milk, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this cake achieves a perfectly moist texture and an irresistible tangy flavor. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s easy to whip up for any occasion, from weeknight desserts to celebratory gatherings. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze and optional zest garnish, this egg-free and dairy-free treat is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfectly balanced and bursting with fresh lemony goodness, this vegan dessert is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cups Plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, or oat)
• 0.25 cups Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoons Lemon zest (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be smooth but slightly thick.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.

Step 9

Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top and spread it evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 10

Optional: Sprinkle additional lemon zest on top as a garnish for added flavor and decoration.

Step 11

Slice and serve your delicious vegan lemon cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2467.1

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2275.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 474.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 276.8g
Protein 27.2g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 354.9mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 680.9mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 75.2%