There's a bit of scepticism around vegan cakes in some quarters, but this one is genuinely a revelation. Incredibly simple to make, deliciously lemony and moist, and nobody will believe it doesn't contain eggs or butter. Soy milk is thickened with lemon juice to replace the eggs, and a tiny touch of turmeric gives a buttery golden colour. This recipe, made for Labor MP Josh Burns, is part of the 2026 season of Kitchen Cabinet, on ABC iview and ABC TV every Tuesday at 8:30pm.