Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Blueberry Bread, a perfect treat for any time of day. This moist and zesty quick bread combines fresh lemon zest with juicy blueberries, creating a refreshing flavor that will brighten your mornings or afternoons. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy snack, this easy-to-make loaf is topped with a tangy glaze that adds an irresistible finish. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with cream cheese or honey, this bread is sure to become a cherished favorite in your home.
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
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9"x5" loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In an electric mixer, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until blended.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and milk until just combined.
- Toss blueberries in flour and gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before adding the glaze made of melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg