Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C) and line a standard-sized loaf pan with parchment paper so it sticks out over at least 2 sides of the pan (this will make it easier to lift the loaf out once baked).

Step 2

Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt together in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the oil, milk, lemon juice and zest and vanilla and fold everything together until all of the dry ingredients have been incorporated and no lumps remain. Note that if you’re using coconut oil, be sure the lemon juice and milk at at room temperature to prevent the oil from hardening. If your milk is cold,  you can briefly warm in the microwave until it’s at room temperature.

Step 4

Transfer the batter to the baking pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Step 5

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes then lift it out of the pan and onto a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 6

If you’d like to add the glaze, mix together the powdered sugar, milk and lemon juice until completely smooth. Once the loaf has fully cooled, pour the glaze over the cake and allow to set for a few minutes. Slice and enjoy!