Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (spelt, white, oat, or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup sugar (or xylitol for sugar free)
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk of choice (almond, soy, oat, etc.)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (such as almond milk yogurt)
- 1/4 cup oil (or substitute with 1/4 cup applesauce for fat-free)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 large or 2 small lemons (about 1 tbsp)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and sugar until well mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk of choice, plain yogurt, oil (or applesauce), lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender bread.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the bread has risen fully and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Optional Frosting: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, frost with melted coconut butter or a glaze made by mixing 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk of choice.
Notes
- This recipe works best with spelt, white, or oat flour. Almond flour can be used but may result in a denser loaf that doesn’t rise well.
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour can be substituted, but expect a denser texture.
- For a fat-free version, substitute oil with applesauce.
- Do not omit the lemon zest as it gives the bread its vibrant lemon flavor.
- Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan