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Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 350F and line a standard loaf pan (8.5×4.5 or 9×5) with parchment paper or grease with oil spray.
2
In the bowl of a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, beat the softened vegan butter and granulated sugar together until combined and fluffy.
3
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and vegan yogurt. Mix until combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
4
Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix on low speed until just combined, do not over-mix. If the batter seems a bit too thick, add a very small splash of dairy-free milk.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until cooked through and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let cool in the loaf pan for 15 minutes. Transfer the lemon loaf to a wire rack and let cool completely.
7
Whisk the lemon glaze ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour over the cooled loaf cake and let set. Slice into 8-10 slices and serve!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Room Temperature Ingredients 🌡️Allow vegan butter and yogurt to come to room temperature before mixing to ensure smooth, uniform batter and better moisture distribution throughout the cake.
- Don't Over-Mix the Batter 🥄Fold ingredients together gently until just combined; over-mixing activates gluten and creates a dense, tough crumb instead of the tender, moist texture this cake requires.
- Maximize Lemon Flavor Layering 🍋Use fresh lemon juice in both the batter and glaze while adding zest directly to the dry ingredients to build complex, bright citrus flavor that doesn't fade during baking.
- Test for Doneness Precisely ✨Insert a toothpick in the center—it should have a few moist crumbs but no wet batter; this ensures vegan cakes stay tender and don't dry out from overbaking.
- Cool Completely Before Glazing 🧊Let the loaf cool to room temperature before applying the powdered sugar glaze to prevent it from melting and sliding off, ensuring a beautiful, set finish.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Low-Cholesterol
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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