Imagine a slice of heaven that's not only incredibly delicious but also completely plant-based and bursting with vibrant flavors! This Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake is the ultimate dessert that proves healthy eating can be absolutely mouthwatering. With its perfect balance of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries, this cake is about to become your new obsession - and the best part? It's so easy to make that even beginner bakers can create a showstopping treat that will impress everyone at the table!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper, lightly greasing the sides with coconut oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder to ensure there are no lumps and the ingredients are well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, almond milk, lemon juice, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in half of the blueberries, reserving the remaining berries for topping.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the remaining blueberries on top of the batter, lightly pressing them into the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or prepare a simple lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice for extra flavor.
Tips
- Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the most intense flavor and best texture.
- Make sure your coconut oil is melted but not hot when mixing with other wet ingredients.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can make your cake dense and tough. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of applesauce to the wet ingredients.
- To prevent blueberries from sinking, toss them lightly in a bit of flour before folding into the batter.
- Check the cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool completely before adding any glaze or powdered sugar to ensure the best presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg
