Lemon Blueberry Loaf Recipe
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Whether you’re craving a sunny breakfast treat or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up, this Lemon Blueberry Loaf brings together the zing of fresh lemon and the burst of juicy blueberries in a tender, buttery cake. It’s simple enough for a weekday bake, yet special enough to share with loved ones over tea or coffee. Let’s walk through how to make this delightful loaf from scratch.
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📝 Ingredients (Makes 1 Loaf)
| For the Loaf | |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 ½ cups |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp |
| Baking soda | ½ tsp |
| Salt | ¼ tsp |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil) | ½ cup |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Lemon zest | ~2 tbsp |
| Lemon juice | 2–3 tbsp |
| Plain yogurt (or sour cream) | ½ cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Blueberries (fresh or frozen, unthawed) | 1 cup |
| Optional Lemon Glaze | |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 1 cup |
| Fresh lemon juice | 1–2 tbsp |
| Lemon zest (optional) | ½ tsp |
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper, leaving overhangs for easy lifting.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Make the Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter (or oil), sugar, eggs, lemon zest and juice, yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in the dry ingredients gently—just until combined.
- Toss blueberries in a tablespoon of flour (if frozen) to prevent sinking, then fold them in carefully.
4. Bake
- Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean (a few crumbs are fine).
- If browning too quickly, tent with foil halfway through.
5. Cool & Glaze
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Lift out using parchment and transfer to a wire rack.
- For glaze: whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Drizzle over cooled loaf.
6. Serve & Store
- Slice and enjoy with coffee, tea, or milk.
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
🌟 Tips for a Perfect Loaf
- Go Fresh: Fresh lemon juice and zest brighten the flavor beautifully.
- No Blueberry Bleed: Toss berries in flour before folding to keep the batter streak-free.
- Add Texture: For a crumb topping, mix ¼ cup flour, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp cold butter.
- Freeze for Later: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
