Description

This Lemon and Raspberry Loaf is soft, moist, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor and juicy raspberries. The tender crumb comes from creamy Greek yogurt and melted coconut oil, while lemon zest adds a bright aroma throughout the loaf. Finished with a smooth lemon glaze that soaks into every slice, this loaf is balanced, lightly sweet, and perfect for enjoying any time of day.

Ingredients

All purpose flour plus extra for coating raspberries

Baking powder

Fine salt

Large eggs

Plain Greek yogurt such as Fage Total Plain Greek Yogurt, Chobani Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt, or Siggis Plain Whole Milk Yogurt

Melted coconut oil

Granulated sugar alternative suitable for baking

Fresh lemon zest

Fresh raspberries plus extra for topping

Alcohol free vanilla flavor such as Simply Organic Vanilla Flavor or Watkins Clear Vanilla Flavor

Sugar free powdered sweetener

Fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven and prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper

2. Gently toss the raspberries with a small amount of flour and set aside

3. Whisk together the remaining flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl

4. Beat the eggs until lightly frothy, then mix in yogurt, coconut oil, vanilla flavor, and lemon zest until smooth

5. Blend in the sugar alternative until fully combined

6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix gently until just incorporated

7. Carefully fold in the raspberries using a spatula

8. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly

9. Bake until the loaf is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean

10. Allow the loaf to cool briefly in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely

11. Whisk together powdered sweetener and lemon juice to form a smooth glaze

12. Poke small holes over the loaf and spoon the glaze over the top so it soaks in

13. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and yogurt for a smoother batter and even texture

Fresh raspberries provide the best flavor, but frozen can be used without thawing

Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the loaf light and tender

Cooling the loaf completely before glazing helps the glaze set properly

Baking times may vary slightly depending on oven and pan material

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American