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Blackberry Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

Blackberry Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

A moist and flavorful loaf combining fresh blackberries with zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds, ideal for brunch or dessert occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 people
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 loaf pan
  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 fork for smashing blackberries
  • 1 parchment paper

Ingredients
  

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

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds; set aside.
  • Smash blackberries in a separate bowl using a fork and set aside.
  • In another large bowl, whisk avocado oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and 1/3 cup almond milk until combined.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Divide batter into two bowls; mix reserved tablespoon of smashed blackberries into one bowl to create a purple batter.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons almond milk to second bowl; mix well.
  • Alternate spooning layers of each batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, rotate the pan, then bake for another 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs.
  • Let the loaf cool; meanwhile, mix reserved smashed blackberries with powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice to make icing.
  • Drizzle the icing over the cooled loaf before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for best texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • Try substituting blackberries with blueberries or raspberries for different flavors.