Vegan Lemon Bread

why make this recipe

Vegan Lemon Bread is a delightful treat that everyone can enjoy. It’s moist, tangy, and sweet, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This recipe leaves out animal products, so it’s great for vegans or anyone looking to cut back on dairy. Plus, it’s very easy to make and requires simple ingredients you may already have in your kitchen.

how to make Vegan Lemon Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup almond milk or other non-dairy milk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the applesauce, vegetable oil, almond milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

how to serve Vegan Lemon Bread

Vegan Lemon Bread is delicious on its own. You can enjoy it plain or with a light spread like vegan butter or fruit jam. It also tastes great with a dusting of powdered sugar on top. Slice it up and serve it alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a lovely afternoon snack.

how to store Vegan Lemon Bread

To keep your Vegan Lemon Bread fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for about a week. For even longer storage, wrap the bread in plastic wrap and freeze it. It can last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

tips to make Vegan Lemon Bread

• Make sure to measure your flour accurately for the best texture.
• Use fresh lemons for juice and zest for the best flavor.
• Avoid overmixing the batter; just mix until combined for a nice, tender loaf.
• Feel free to add poppy seeds or walnuts for an extra touch!

variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding additional flavors. Consider incorporating dried fruits like cranberries or blueberries for a fruity twist. You can also add some poppy seeds to the batter for added texture and a classic lemon-poppyseed flavor.

FAQs

Can I use gluten-free flour for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure it has a 1:1 ratio for best results.

Can I replace the applesauce?
Yes, you can use mashed bananas or a store-bought egg replacer as a substitute for applesauce.

How can I make the bread sweeter?
If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can increase the sugar by 1/4 cup or add a bit of maple syrup or agave nectar to the wet ingredients.

Vegan Lemon Bread

A moist, tangy, and sweet vegan treat that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Vegan

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Make sure to measure accurately for the best texture.
• 1 cup sugar Increase by 1/4 cup for a sweeter bread.
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce Can substitute with mashed bananas or egg replacer.
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup almond milk or other non-dairy milk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
• 1 tbsp lemon zest Use fresh lemons for zest.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the applesauce, vegetable oil, almond milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Baking

1. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Vegan Lemon Bread can be enjoyed plain, spread with vegan butter or fruit jam, or with a dusting of powdered sugar. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender loaf. Consider adding poppy seeds or walnuts for added texture.