Lemon Cake W/ Spiked Macerated Berries

Tender lemon cakes bursting with fresh citrus flavor, topped with luscious icing and boozy mixed berries.

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Yield: 5–6 individual cakes (3.5 oz each) or 1 Bundt cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
Additional Time: 30 minutes (for macerating berries)
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes

Description

Tender lemon cakes with a crunchy turbinado sugar crust, topped with bright lemon icing and sweet, whiskey-spiked macerated berries. A perfect balance of tart, sweet, and buttery flavors.

Instructions

Prepare the Cakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Grease individual cake molds or ramekins with vegan butter and lightly coat with turbinado sugar.

  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.

  4. In a separate bowl, cream together the vegan butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  6. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice.

  7. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and oat milk, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

  8. Fill prepared molds about ¾ full.

  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  10. Allow cakes to cool completely before icing.

Prepare the Lemon Icing

  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and oat milk until smooth.

  2. If needed, add a small amount of additional oat milk to achieve a pourable consistency.

Prepare the Spiked Macerated Berries

  1. Combine the mixed berries, sugar, and Jack Daniel's Blackberry Whiskey in a bowl.

  2. Stir gently until berries are evenly coated.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.

  4. Stir before serving.

Assemble

  1. Drizzle cooled cakes generously with lemon icing.

  2. Spoon the spiked macerated berries over the top.

  3. Garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.

  4. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Dairy-Free With V Tip:
For even more lemon flavor, brush the warm cakes with a little fresh lemon juice before icing. The berries become even more flavorful if allowed to macerate overnight. 🍋🫐🍓🥃