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Vegan Strawberry Lemonade Cake

Delightful Vegan Strawberry Lemonade Cake That's Allergy-Friendly

This Vegan Strawberry Lemonade Cake is a refreshing and allergy-friendly dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and balances tartness
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Brightens flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour Blend Forms the structure
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp Fine Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Milk Adds moisture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice Provides acidity
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps combine wet ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil Moistens cake
  • 1 tsp Lemon Extract or Vanilla Extract Boosts flavor
  • 1 cup Diced Strawberries Fresh fruit adds vibrant flavor
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Non-Hydrogenated Vegetable Shortening Base for frosting
  • 1/2 cup Room Temp Dairy-Free Butter Adds creaminess
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens frosting
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Puree Flavoring for frosting
  • 1 tbsp Extra Lemon Zest Flavoring for frosting

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • 9x13-inch sheet pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch sheet pan.
  2. Combine granulated sugar and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together dairy-free milk, lemon juice, water, oil, and extract.
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the sugar mixture.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures carefully.
  6. Fold in diced strawberries.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes.
  8. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Whip together shortening and dairy-free butter for frosting.
  10. Blend in powdered sugar, lemon zest, and strawberry puree.
  11. Frost the cooled cake and decorate with reserved strawberries.
  12. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Always measure accurately and serve fresh strawberries right before serving to prevent sogginess.

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