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Vegan panettone

This veganized version of the classic Italian Panettone Cake is perfect for Christmas or any special occasion. It's rich, egg-free, and dairy-free, but still full of flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 3091 kcal

Ingredients
  

What you will need:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp flax seeds meal stir them into 3 tbsp of water
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 2/3 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz. vegan butter melted
  • 1/2 cup raisins or cherry, dried
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut optional
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp orange zest

Instructions
 

What you will do:

  • Preheat the oven to 365°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, confectioner's sugar, kosher salt, and vanilla extract. Mix them well.
  • Then add the almond milk, flax seed mixture, and vegan butter. Mix until everything is incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dried fruits, lemon zest, and hazelnuts. Now, stir them into the all-purpose flour mixture. Cover and rest for 2 hours.
  • Transfer the dough to the prepared baking tray and bake for 40 minutes or until the inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Serve with a cup of coffee.
Keyword big bread, classic cake, panettone, plant-based, vegan