Description

Enjoy the fresh and zesty flavors of this Blackberry Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf! With its bright taste from blackberries and lemons, it’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Easy to prepare, this loaf is sure to impress while being a comforting homemade treat.

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, whisk together the dry ingredients and set aside.
Smash the blackberries in a bowl with a fork or spoon and set aside.
In another mixing bowl, combine the oil, maple syrup, vanilla, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and ⅓ cup of almond milk, whisking until blended.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, whisking until just combined.
Split the batter into two separate bowls. In one bowl, mix in the majority of the smashed blackberries until the batter turns purple. In the other bowl, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of almond milk and stir to combine.
Using a cookie scoop or ladle, pour alternating layers of each batter into the loaf pan.
Bake for 25 minutes, rotate the pan, and bake for another 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs after being inserted in the center.
While the loaf cools, prepare the icing by mixing the reserved smashed blackberries with the icing ingredients and drizzle over the cooled loaf.

Notes

Make sure to use fresh blackberries for the best flavor.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
To enhance the lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest to the batter.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg