The Best Vegan Lemon Cake

ByHannah Peterson

The Best Vegan Lemon Cake

This Vegan Lemon Cake is incredibly soft, perfectly moist, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Topped with a sweet-tangy lemon glaze and fresh lemon slices, this dairy-free and egg-free cake is the perfect spring or summer dessert.

Whether you’re baking for a gathering, brunch, or just craving something citrusy and sweet, this easy vegan lemon cake recipe will quickly become a favorite.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant milk)
  • ½ cup neutral oil (canola or avocado)
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: thin lemon slices for topping

How to Make Vegan Lemon Cake

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish.

2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients

Pour in almond milk, oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).

4️⃣ Bake

Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

5️⃣ Make the Glaze

Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

6️⃣ Glaze & Serve

Let cake cool slightly, pour glaze over the top, and garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Tips for the Best Texture

  • Use fresh lemon juice (not bottled)
  • Don’t overmix the batter
  • Add extra zest for stronger lemon flavor
  • Let the cake cool before glazing to avoid melting

Storage

  • Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days
  • Refrigerate for up to 5 days
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months

Variations

  • Add blueberries for a Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake
  • Top with coconut whipped cream
  • Make it into muffins (bake 18–22 minutes)
  • Add a lemon coconut glaze

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