Blueberry Lemon Almond Flour Bread (Detailed & Gentle Recipe) π«π
This blueberry lemon bread is soft, fragrant, and naturally satisfying, with bright citrus notes and bursts of juicy blueberries in every slice. Made with almond flour and simple pantry ingredients, itβs perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a light dessert. The lemon glaze is optional but adds a lovely finishing touch.
β±οΈ Time & Yield
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Bake Time: 45β55 minutes
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Cooling Time: 30β40 minutes
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Yield: 1 loaf (8β10 slices)
π§Ύ Ingredients
For the Bread
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2Β½ cups super-fine almond flour
Fine texture gives the best crumb. -
Β½ cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
Choose one with a texture similar to sugar. -
1Β½ teaspoons baking powder
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ΒΌ teaspoon salt
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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β cup butter, melted and cooled slightly
(Coconut oil may also be used.) -
ΒΌ cup unsweetened almond milk
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon π)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh blueberries
Toss with 1 teaspoon almond flour to help distribute them evenly.
Optional Lemon Glaze
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Β½ cup powdered sweetener
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1β2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
π©βπ³ Step-by-Step Instructions
1οΈβ£ Prepare the Pan and Oven
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
Grease an 8Γ4-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy lifting.
2οΈβ£ Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
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Almond flour
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Sweetener
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Baking powder
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Salt
Break up any lumps so the mixture is light and even.
3οΈβ£ Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
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Eggs
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Melted butter (make sure itβs warm, not hot)
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Almond milk
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Lemon juice
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Lemon zest
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Vanilla extract
Whisk until smooth and well combined.
4οΈβ£ Combine the Batter
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
Stir gently with a spatula until just combinedβdo not overmix.
Carefully fold in the blueberries, using a light hand to keep them whole.
5οΈβ£ Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45β55 minutes, until:
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The top is lightly golden
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A toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
π If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil during the last 15 minutes.
6οΈβ£ Cool Completely
Let the bread cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes, then gently transfer to a wire rack.
Allow it to cool fully before slicingβthis helps the loaf set properly.
7οΈβ£ Add the Lemon Glaze (Optional)
In a small bowl, whisk powdered sweetener with lemon juice until smooth.
Drizzle over the completely cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.
π½οΈ Serving Ideas
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Enjoy plain or with a little butter
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Serve with tea or coffee
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Slice and warm gently before serving for extra aroma
π§ Storage Tips
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Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
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For longer keeping, slice and freeze; thaw at room temperature
π‘ Helpful Notes
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If using frozen blueberries, add them directly without thawing
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Super-fine almond flour gives the best texture
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Lemon flavor deepens after the bread rests overnight