Lemony Delight: Vegan Lemon Cake with Poppy Seeds

Lemon cake is a classic dessert that is loved by many, and for a good reason. The sweet and tangy flavor of the lemon pairs perfectly with the moist and fluffy texture of the cake. This one is also very simple to prepare!

The cake is light, moist, and bursting with lemony flavor, with the added texture and crunch of poppy seeds. This cake is a great option for those who are looking for a vegan and plant-based dessert that is both delicious and simple.

The lemon cake is made with simple and wholesome ingredients, such as flour, sugar, baking powder, and lemon juice. To make it vegan, dairy products such as milk are replaced with plant-based alternatives. The poppy seeds are added to the batter, which gives the cake a unique texture and nutty flavor.

The cake is easy to make and can be prepared in just a few simple steps. First, the dry ingredients are mixed together in a bowl, and then the wet ingredients are added and whisked until the batter is smooth. The batter is then poured into a baking dish and baked in the oven until golden and fragrant. Once the cake is cooled, it can be topped with a simple glaze made with lemon juice and powdered sugar, which adds a sweet and tangy finish to the cake. Or simply dust it with some powdered sugar as I did!

This vegan lemon cake with poppy seeds is a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, family gathering, or just a sweet treat for yourself. The combination of lemon and poppy seeds creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

You will need:
This recipe uses a 17cm diameter round baking tray (with removable edges)
• 200 g. wheat flour
• 120 g. sugar
• 50 ml. coconut oil
• 200 ml. plant-based milk (sweetened oat milk is used in the recipe)
• 70 ml. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of grated lemon peel
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon of ground cloves
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Preparation

1. Heat the oven to 180°C.
2. Grate about 1 tablespoon of lemon peel.
   
3. Make fresh lemon juice from about 1,5 lemons (70 ml.)
   
4. Mix dry ingredients - flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cloves, poppy seeds, salt. Mix well.
   
5. Add melted coconut oil, milk, fresh lemon juice, grated lemon peel to the mixture and mix well.
   
6. Grease the baking tray with coconut or other oil (if the edges of the mold do not come off, you can line it with baking paper instead of oil to make it easier to remove the cake).
   
7. Pour the batter into the baking form and bake the cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean and dry.
   
8. After removing from the oven, leave to cool for 10-20 minutes, then remove from the baking form and sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
   

The cake goes really well with some vegan ice-cream, by the way 😏🍦