Description

This Blackberry Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is a delightful blend of bright flavors, featuring fresh blackberries and lemon zest. Perfect for a quick dessert or a special brunch, it’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 pint fresh blackberries, rinsed
⅓ cup avocado oil
½ cup all-natural maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 large eggs
⅓ cup + 3 tablespoons almond milk, separated
1 tablespoon reserved smashed blackberries
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉ and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients and whisk together. Set aside.
Smash the blackberries in a bowl using a fork or a spoon, and set aside.
In another large mixing bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and ⅓ cup of almond milk until well mixed.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
Divide the batter into two separate bowls. Reserve one tablespoon of the smashed blackberries for later, and mix the remaining blackberries into one of the bowls of batter. The batter will take on a purple color after mixing. Set this aside.
In the second bowl of batter, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of almond milk and mix well.
Using a large cookie scoop or ladle, alternate pouring both batters into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 25 minutes, rotate the pan in the oven, then bake for an additional 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs attached.
Once cooled, prepare the icing by mixing the reserved smashed blackberries with the remaining icing ingredients, drizzle over the cooled loaf.

Notes

For an extra citrusy flavor, feel free to add more lemon zest and juice to the batter.
Ensure that the blackberries are evenly distributed in the batter for a balanced flavor in every slice.
This loaf can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg