Black Sesame Loaf Cake
This black sesame cake is moist, nutty, and easy to make in one bowl. Enjoy the aromatic sesame flavor in every bite! This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
Equipment
- 1 x loaf pan standard 8.5 x 4.5 inch
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh or bottled
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar packed
- ⅔ cup avocado oil or any neutral tasting oil such as canola
- ½ cup black tahini paste I use Kevala brand
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cup gluten-free all purpose flour I use Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 baking flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1 tablespoon Mix of toasted black and white sesame
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/ 177°C. Line a 8.5 in x 4.5 in loaf pan.
- To make vegan buttermilk, combine the milk and lemon juice together in a cup. Mix well and let sit for a few minutes until it curdles slightly.
- In a large bowl, place the eggs and dark brown sugar. Whisk well.
- Add in the vegan buttermilk (from step 1), avocado oil, black tahini and vanilla extract. Whisk well.
- Stir in the all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the pan. Sprinkle sesame on top.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cover with aluminum foil if the top starts burning. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting in.
Notes
Storage: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 4 days. To freeze, slice into single portions, wrap individually and store in an airtight bag. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the fridge or microwave to warm up.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 94mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 62IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 118mgIron: 2mg
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