Description
This Keto Lemon Bread is a moist, flavorful, low-carb treat perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle or anyone looking for a delicious lemon-infused bread without the sugar and gluten. Made with almond flour, natural sweetener, and tangy lemon juice and zest, it’s easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sweetener (e.g., Lakanto)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2/3 cup plain yogurt or coconut cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9×5 loaf pan by greasing it well or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, granulated sweetener, baking powder, and salt, stirring well to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the plain yogurt (or coconut cream), lemon juice, eggs (or flax egg substitute if making vegan), and lemon zest to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the mixed batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, remove from the pan to serve or store.
- Storage: Store any leftovers at room temperature for up to 1 day, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months for longer preservation.
Notes
- You can substitute the yogurt with coconut cream to make the bread dairy-free.
- For a vegan version, replace the eggs with flax eggs; mix 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 9 tablespoons water and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Ensure the baking powder is fresh to help the bread rise properly.
- Letting the bread cool completely before slicing helps to maintain its structure and flavor.
- Use a low-carb sweetener like Lakanto to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
