Description
This Lemon Blueberry Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread bursting with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon. Topped with a sweet lemon glaze, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Enjoy the perfect balance of tangy citrus and juicy berries in every bite!
Ingredients
For the Bread:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon flour (for coating blueberries)
For the Lemon Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Prepare Sugar Mixture:
- In a large bowl, rub sugar and lemon zest together with your fingers until fragrant.
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Combine Wet Ingredients:
- Add melted butter to the sugar mixture and whisk until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice and milk.
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Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
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Add Blueberries:
- Toss blueberries in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking.
- Gently fold them into the batter.
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Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool:
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Make the Glaze:
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing.
Notes
Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer (no need to thaw).
For a lighter option, skip the glaze and dust with powdered sugar.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat, microwave a slice for 10-15 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 slices
- Calories: 260 kcal per serving