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Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake

This Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake is a soft, fluffy, and refreshing dessert bursting with fresh lemon flavor and juicy blueberries. Perfect for a quick dessert, healthy snack, brunch treat, or special celebration, this easy recipe is completely dairy-free and egg-free while delivering a tender crumb and vibrant citrus taste everyone will enjoy.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2½ cups (315g) all-purpose plain flour
  • 1¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt (optional)
  • ¾ cup (190g) dairy-free milk
  • ½ cup (125g) neutral-flavored oil
  • ⅓ cup (80g) fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 large lemons (or 3 medium lemons)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1¼ cups (190g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • Powdered sugar for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a round cake pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Mix the dairy-free milk, oil, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Fold the blueberries gently into the batter.
  6. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 40–50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Notes

  • Coat blueberries lightly with flour to reduce sinking.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing for the best texture.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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