Description
Luscious sweet lemon blueberry bread delivers a perfect harmony of tangy citrus and juicy berries. Moist crumb and zesty glaze promise a delightful slice of comfort that will transport you to summer’s most cherished moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or applying a light butter coating.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Using an electric mixer, create a smooth wet mixture by blending melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until fully integrated.
- Gradually incorporate the flour mixture and milk into the wet ingredients, alternating between the two and mixing minimally to maintain a tender texture.
- Gently coat blueberries with a light dusting of flour to prevent sinking, then delicately fold them into the prepared batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly, and bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 30 minutes, enabling it to cool and set properly.
- Create a tangy glaze by whisking together melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the bread has completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Prevent blueberries from sinking by lightly coating them in flour before adding to the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the bread.
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries interchangeably, but if using frozen, do not thaw beforehand to maintain their shape and prevent color bleeding.
- Enhance the bread’s moisture by adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the wet ingredients for a richer, tender texture.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend, maintaining the same measurements and mixing technique.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg