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    Lemon-Infused Blueberry Almond Loaf

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    A delightful loaf infused with lemon and packed with fresh blueberries and almond flour, topped with a tangy lemon icing.

    Ingredients for Lemon-Infused Blueberry Almond Loaf

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    Unsalted Butter, room temperature

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    Granulated Sugar

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    Lemon Zest

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    Lemon Juice

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    Vanilla Extract

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    Large Eggs, beaten

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    All Purpose Flour, sifted

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    Baking Powder

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    Salt

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    Almond Flour

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    Fresh Blueberries

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    Confectioners’ Sugar

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    How to Make Lemon-Infused Blueberry Almond Loaf

    1. Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (200°C). Grease a 9- or 8-inch (21-centimeter) loaf pan, line it with parchment paper, and then grease the paper as well.

    2. Cream Butter and Sugar

    In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract on high speed for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes light and airy. Once the mixture is creamed, reduce the speed to medium.

    3. Add Eggs

    Gradually add the beaten eggs to the creamed mixture in three additions, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Don’t worry if the mixture looks like it’s splitting; it will come back together once you add the dry ingredients.

    4. Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and almond flour. Add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, mixing on low speed just until no white specks remain.

    5. Fold in Blueberries

    Gently fold in three-quarters of the fresh blueberries by hand, taking care not to crush them.

    6. Prepare for Baking

    Scoop the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. After this initial bake, sprinkle the remaining blueberries over the top of the loaf.

    7. Bake Loaf

    Return the loaf to the oven and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. At this point, cover the loaf with foil to prevent over-browning and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes. The loaf is done when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

    8. Cool Loaf

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

    9. Prepare Icing

    While the cake cools, prepare the icing by whisking together 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and the confectioners’ sugar in a bowl. The icing should have a smooth consistency and move slightly when the bowl is tilted. If it’s too thick, add a little more lemon juice until you reach the desired consistency.

    10. Apply Icing

    Once the cake is completely cool, pour and spread the icing over the top. Let it set for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving. The blueberries may bleed into the icing, adding a lovely touch of color.

    Variations

    **Orange-Cranberry Walnut Loaf**

    Use orange zest, dried cranberries, and walnuts as substitutes for a moister loaf with a different flavor profile.

    **Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread**

    Incorporate chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas for a sweet and moist variation.

    **Berry Variations**

    Substitute blueberries with raspberries, blackberries, or a berry mix, or add finely chopped strawberries for a different flavor and color profile.

    **Yogurt or Sour Cream**

    Replace part of the liquid with yogurt or sour cream for added moisture and a slight tang, complementing the citrus flavors.

    **Glaze Variations**

    Create a lemon-thyme glaze, or infuse with lavender or rosewater for a floral note, or top with melted white chocolate for a sweet twist.


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