Ingredients
1 ½ cups all purpose flour
½ cup vanilla protein powder (about 2 scoops)
½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
¾ cup milk (any kind)
¼ cup melted coconut oil (or unsalted butter)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup fresh blueberries
½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
5. Gently fold in blueberries. If using frozen, toss with 1 tablespoon flour first.
6. Transfer batter to prepared pan and spread evenly.
7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
8. Let cool in pan for 10-15 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a wire rack.
9. For glaze, whisk powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled loaf before serving.
Notes
Bring eggs and milk to room temperature for best texture. Use spoon and level method for measuring flour. Do not overmix the batter. Fresh lemon zest provides the brightest flavor. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and coconut oil or dairy-free butter. For extra protein, add 1-2 tablespoons chia or flax seeds. Store at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the fridge for up to a week. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods, Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg