Lemon & Blueberry Crumble Loaf Recipe

Craving a delightful twist on traditional lemon cake? Elevate your baking game with this irresistible lemon & blueberry crumble loaf. The zesty lemon flavor paired with bursts of juicy blueberries and a crunchy crumble topping will have you coming back for more.

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup vegan butter
• 3/4 cup soy milk
• 1 3/4 cups self-raising flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 3/4 cup caster sugar
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 1 vegan egg (e.g., aquafaba)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup blueberries

For the crumble:

• 1 cup plain flour
• 1/3 cup caster sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup vegan butter

Method:

1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a saucepan, gently heat the vegan butter and soy milk until the butter melts. Set aside.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, caster sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until thoroughly combined.
5. Add Flavors: Stir in the vegan egg (aquafaba), vanilla extract, and lemon juice until the batter is smooth.
6. Prepare Blueberries: Toss the blueberries in a bit of flour to coat evenly.
7. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter.
8. Fill Loaf Tin: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf tin, spreading it evenly.
9. Make Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the plain flour, caster sugar, and brown sugar for the crumble. Add the vegan butter and use your fingers to rub it into the dry ingredients until you achieve a crumbly texture.
10. Top the Loaf: Sprinkle the prepared crumble evenly over the batter in the loaf tin.
11. Bake: Place the loaf tin in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. To test for doneness, insert a skewer into the center of the loaf—if it comes out clean, the loaf is ready. If not, bake for a few more minutes and check again.
12. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool completely in the tin before transferring to a wire rack. Once cooled, slice and serve for a delightful treat!

Enjoy your lemon & blueberry crumble loaf as a perfect accompaniment to tea or coffee, or simply as a scrumptious snack any time of day. Happy baking!