Vegan Poppy Seed Bread

Brighten your day with this irresistibly moist and zesty Vegan Poppy Seed Bread, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with nutty poppy seeds and fragrant lemon zest, this dairy-free loaf gets its tender crumb from curdled almond milk, often dubbed vegan "buttermilk," and unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and moisture. With its quick prep time of just 15 minutes and wholesome ingredients like melted coconut oil and a hint of vanilla, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and flavor. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this vegan lemon poppy seed bread is as versatile as it is delightful. Pair it with a dollop of your favorite vegan spread or enjoy it plain for a lightly sweet, citrusy treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with a little coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the almond milk and lemon juice. Set aside for at least 5 minutes to allow it to curdle, creating a vegan 'buttermilk'.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, applesauce, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and melted coconut oil until smooth.

Step 5

Add the curdled almond milk to the wet ingredients, stirring well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Slice and enjoy the bread on its own or with your favorite vegan spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(893.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2181.2

Total Fat 72.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3313.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 164.0g
Protein 30.0g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 734.8mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 619.0mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 65.3%