Description

Lemon Blueberry Bread is a delicious quick bread that combines the bright tartness of lemon with the sweet burst of blueberries, topped with a tangy lemon glaze. It’s a perfect treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert, offering a moist and flavorful loaf that can be enjoyed any time of the day.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons fresh grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup milk
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in 1 tablespoon flour)
Lemon Glaze: 2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9″x5″ loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, blend together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
Slowly add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start with a little flour, then a little milk, and repeat until everything is combined.
In a small bowl, toss the blueberries in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking. Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
For the glaze, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

If using frozen blueberries, ensure they are coated with flour before adding them to the batter. Measure flour correctly to avoid a dense loaf. For lower sugar, substitute with a sugar alternative or honey. Store leftover bread wrapped at room temperature up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 259
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 298mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 51mg