Lemon Blueberry Bread

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Lemon Blueberry Bread
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 259 kcal

This Lemon Blueberry Bread recipe creates a moist, flavorful loaf that’s bursting with the bright flavors of lemon and blueberries. It’s a delightful treat that’s easy to make and guaranteed to become a new favorite for dessert, breakfast, or snacking!

Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (I used fresh)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating the blueberries)

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare for Baking
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9″x 5″ loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter to prevent sticking.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later.
3. Combine the Wet Ingredients
   In the bowl of an electric mixer, blend the melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until everything is smooth and creamy.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
   While mixing on a low speed, alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the milk to the wet ingredients. Begin with a portion of the flour mixture, then add some milk, repeating until both are fully incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Prepare the Blueberries
   If using fresh blueberries, give them a quick rinse so they have a bit of moisture, then toss them with 1 tablespoon of flour in a small bowl. This will help keep the blueberries from sinking to the bottom of the loaf as it bakes.
6. Fold in the Blueberries
   Gently fold the flour-coated blueberries into the batter by hand, stirring just enough to distribute them evenly without crushing them.
7. Bake
   Immediately pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
8. Prepare the Glaze
   While the bread cools, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
9. Glaze and Serve
   After the bread has cooled, transfer it to a wire rack with a baking sheet underneath. Drizzle the glaze over the loaf, allowing any excess to drip onto the baking sheet. Let the glaze set for a few minutes, then slice and serve!

Enjoy the combination of zesty lemon and juicy blueberries in every bite! This Lemon Blueberry Bread is perfect with coffee, tea, or as a sweet breakfast option.