Blueberry lemon bread is a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh lemons with the sweet juiciness of blueberries, all wrapped up in a moist, tender loaf. Here’s a simple recipe to make this refreshing bread:
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ½ cup milk (you can use whole milk, almond milk, or your preferred milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
- 1 tbsp flour (for tossing the blueberries)
Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Slowly add the melted butter and mix until well combined.
- Add the milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Toss the blueberries in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom. Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. 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 about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the lemon glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
Tips:
- If you want extra lemony flavor, you can poke holes in the bread with a toothpick and drizzle some lemon syrup (lemon juice mixed with sugar) over it before applying the glaze.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Enjoy your slice of blueberry lemon bread with a cup of tea or coffee, or as a sweet snack any time of day!
