Description
Zesty “Eggless Lemon Sponge Cake” brings sunshine to your dessert table with its light, tangy crumb. Moist layers infused with citrus brightness promise a delightful treat you’ll savor down to the last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F and coat a 9-inch round cake pan with light grease and flour dusting.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt through a sifter into a large mixing bowl, ensuring a smooth, uniform dry mixture.
- Whisk granulated sugar, plant-based milk, vegetable oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a separate bowl until well blended and slightly foamy.
- Gently fold liquid ingredients into dry ingredients using a spatula, maintaining a delicate touch to prevent overmixing.
- Incorporate vegetable yogurt and vanilla extract, stirring until the batter achieves a silky, consistent texture.
- Carefully introduce water to the batter, maintaining its light and airy composition.
- Carefully pour the batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to create a level surface.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Prepare frosting by creaming vegan butter until soft and fluffy.
- Gradually blend powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until achieving a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Once cake has completely cooled, generously apply frosting across the top and sides.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional lemon zest for garnish and serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Customize milk alternatives like almond, soy, or oat milk for unique flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smoother, more consistent cake batter texture.
- Gently fold wet and dry ingredients to prevent deflating air bubbles, which keeps the cake light and fluffy.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for a bright, vibrant citrus flavor that elevates the entire dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg