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Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze is a moist and flavorful quick bread perfect for breakfast or dessert. Bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon zest, it offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The tender crumb is complemented by a simple, tangy lemon glaze that adds a refreshing finishing touch. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this recipe is a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Bread

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, tossed in 1 tablespoon flour

Lemon Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure thorough incorporation.
  5. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and combined.
  6. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, gently stirring until just combined, taking care not to overmix to avoid a dense bread.
  7. Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold the floured blueberries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them.
  8. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
  9. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  10. Make Lemon Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth to form a pourable glaze.
  11. Glaze Bread: Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled bread for a beautiful and tangy finish.

Notes

  • If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter to prevent discoloration and sogginess.
  • For an attractive presentation, sprinkle a few extra blueberries on top of the batter before baking.

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