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Lemon Bread

Delightfully Moist Vegan Lemon Bread for Easy Brunch Enjoyment

Enjoy this flavorful vegan lemon bread recipe, perfect for brunch gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Flour Can use spelt, white, oat, or gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Sugar/Xylitol Xylitol is optional for sugar-free.
  • 1 cup Milk Plant-based alternatives like almond milk can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Yogurt Almond milk yogurt or coconut yogurt may substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Oil/Applesauce Oil for moisture, applesauce for a fat-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Key ingredient for tartness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest From 1 large lemon or 2 small lemons.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Optional Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Butter For extra richness.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with a splash of lemon juice for glaze.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk wet ingredients: plant-based milk, yogurt, oil, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures, folding gently until just mixed.
  5. Stir in lemon zest evenly into the batter.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smoothing top.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Optionally glaze with melted coconut butter or powdered sugar glaze.
  10. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use gluten-free flour wisely and avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy.

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