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Moist Dairy-Free Lemon Pound Cake Recipe Perfect for Olive Oil Baking

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A bright and citrusy dairy-free lemon pound cake made with olive oil, delivering a moist, tender texture and subtle fruity richness. Perfect for those avoiding dairy but craving a comforting, flavorful dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ cup (180ml) mild extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120g) unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup (120ml) non-dairy milk (unsweetened almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with olive oil and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil and granulated sugar until smooth and slightly glossy.
  4. Stir in the applesauce and non-dairy milk until fully incorporated.
  5. Mix in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan lightly to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

[‘Use mild extra virgin olive oil to avoid bitterness.’, ‘Do not overmix after adding dry ingredients to keep the crumb light.’, ‘Applesauce replaces eggs and butter to maintain moisture and tenderness.’, ‘Room temperature applesauce and non-dairy milk help batter blend smoothly.’, ‘Tent with foil if the cake browns too quickly.’, ‘Let cake cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.’, ‘Optional: Add 1 tablespoon poppy seeds or substitute some sugar with coconut sugar for flavor variations.’, ‘For gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and add an extra ½ teaspoon baking powder.’]

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