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Vegan Soft Lemon Cake

Cultural Context

This Vegan Soft Lemon Cake draws from the Mediterranean tradition of using fresh citrus in desserts, common in Greek cuisine. Lemon is celebrated not only for its flavor but also for its refreshing qualities, especially in warmer months. This cake is a modern, plant-based adaptation that allows everyone to enjoy a slice of sunshine, regardless of dietary preferences. Its light texture and zesty flavor make it a delightful treat for any occasion, and it has gained popularity beyond Greece, embraced by vegan communities worldwide.

GreekGRdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 lemons
200 ml lemon juice
1/2 tsp baking soda
300 g sparkling water
180 g sugar
100 ml vegetable oil or olive oil
lemon zest
20 g baking powder
1 pinch of salt
1/4 tsp cardamom
1 pinch of turmeric
450 g flour
powdered sugar

coconut sugar

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a unique flavor.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Applesauce reduces fat while keeping moisture.

almond milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Oat milk is often cheaper and still dairy-free.

non-dairy yogurt

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: regular yogurt

Silken tofu can provide creaminess while being plant-based.

1

Squeeze the lemons to get lemon juice.

2

Mix 200 ml lemon juice, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 300 g sparkling water, and 180 g sugar until the sugar dissolves.

3

Add lemon zest, 20 g baking powder, 1 pinch of salt, 1/4 tsp cardamom, and 1 pinch of turmeric to the mixture.

4

Gradually add 450 g of flour and mix until combined.

5

Brush the baking tray with oil.

6

Pour the mixture into the baking pan.

7

Bake at 180°C for about 50 minutes.

8

Check if it is baked, then let it cool in the baking tray for 10 minutes.

9

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Also Known As

Lemon CakeVegan Lemon Cake

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