Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Vegan Blueberry Lemon Drizzle Cake. This cake brings together the zesty tang of lemon with the sweet burst of blueberries, all in a fluffy, moist sponge. Topped with a sweet lemon icing, it's a perfect blend of flavors that can easily become your favorite cake too. Whether you're vegan or just enjoy experimenting with plant-based baking, this cake is sure to impress with its delightful taste and texture.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 125g self-raising flour
- 125g oat flour
- 50g vegan vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 250ml dairy-free milk
- 150g coconut sugar
- 75g coconut oil, melted
- Juice and zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200g blueberries
- 1 tsp flour (for coating blueberries)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for coating blueberries)
- For the Icing:
- 150g icing sugar
- 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In one bowl, mix together self-raising flour, oat flour, vegan protein powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, combine dairy-free milk, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Create Cake Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing carefully until just combined.
- Prepare Blueberries:
- Toss the blueberries with 1 tsp flour and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Gently fold them into the cake batter.
- Bake:
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared loaf tin. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
- Make Icing:
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the icing by mixing icing sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Decorate and Serve:
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.
Enjoy this Vegan Blueberry Lemon Drizzle Cake as a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion or just because you love the combination of lemon and blueberries. It's sure to be a hit among both vegans and non-vegans alike! 🍋🫐🍰🌿