Gluten And Dairy Free Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

Lemon drizzle cake is a classic favorite and it's even better when it's gluten and dairy free. This recipe has been adapted from a traditional lemon drizzle cake. It has a light and moist texture and the lemon glaze adds a lovely tartness to the cake. It also has a delicious nutty flavor from the almond flour that is used in the recipe. The result is a delicious and refreshing cake that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the cake:

- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest

For the glaze:

- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, eggs, almond milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. While the cake is baking, make the glaze by combining the lemon juice and coconut sugar in a small bowl.

7. When the cake is done baking, let it cool for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack.

8. Brush the glaze over the top of the cake and let it cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

One serving (1/12th of the cake) contains approximately:

- 252 calories
- 14g fat
- 28g carbohydrates
- 3g protein
- 2g fiber
- 8g sugar

Tips

This cake is best served the day it is made. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight.

This gluten and dairy free lemon drizzle cake is the perfect treat for any occasion. It has a light and moist texture and the lemon glaze adds a lovely tartness to the cake. The nutty flavor from the almond flour is a delicious addition that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy!