Zesty lemon and coconut loaf

If you have lemons on hand and you want a quick and easy recipe, this is it.

This zesty lemon and coconut loaf recipe was sent in by 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge member Cassie.

Cassie says her whole family LOVES this healthy loaf for afternoon tea.

It’s much better to make your own sweet breads and cakes as you can control how much sweetness to add (or leave out!).

Members of the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge have access to loads of sweet recipes like chocolate mousse, lemon biscuits, homemade ice cream and more.

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Zesty lemon and coconut loaf

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Course

Snacks

Cuisine

Snacks

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Servings

slices

Ingredients

• 1 lemon zested finely
• 2 lemons juiced
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup natural yoghurt
• 1/4 cup milk of choice
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup wholemeal self raising flour
• 1/2 tsp bicarb soda or baking powder
• 25 grams butter melted

Course Snacks Cuisine Snacks Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 15 mins Servings slices Ingredients 1 lemon zested finely 2 lemons juiced 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup natural yoghurt 1/4 cup milk of choice 1 egg 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1 cup wholemeal self raising flour 1/2 tsp bicarb soda or baking powder 25 grams butter melted

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180C and line a loaf tin with baking paper.
2. Place lemon zest, lemon juice, maple syrup, yoghurt, milk and egg into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
3. Add remaining ingredients and stir well until combined.
4. Pour mixture into the lined tin and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden and firm.
5. Allow to cool slightly before slicing into 8 pieces.

Recipe Notes

146 calories per slice

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