Lemon Blueberry Bread
Bright and tangy bread that combines the sweetness of blueberries with the refreshing zing of lemon. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps with rising
- 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted Adds moisture and richness
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the bread
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated lemon zest Contributes bright flavor
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Enhances the lemon flavor
- 0.5 cup milk Moistens the batter
Blueberries
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Adds natural sweetness
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Helps coat blueberries
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted Adds richness
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Brightens flavor
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it with butter.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed, alternating with adding the milk.
- In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to coat.
- Gently fold the blueberries into the batter using a spatula.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- To prepare the glaze, whisk together melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and let it sit for a few minutes to set before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.