Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf
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Some recipes have a way of making a house feel like home, and this Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is one of them. Each time it bakes, the kitchen fills with the sweet aroma of blueberries and vanilla, wrapping the space in calm and comfort. It’s the kind of loaf you make on a quiet morning—simple, cozy, yet special enough to feel like a treat.
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I first turned to this recipe during a season when mornings felt rushed and days blurred together. I wanted something easy yet indulgent, a loaf that could be sliced, shared, and savored with coffee or tea. It quickly became a family favorite, especially on weekends when everyone gathered around the table, waiting for that first warm slice straight from the oven.
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What makes this loaf unforgettable is its contrast: a creamy, tangy cream cheese swirl tucked inside soft, buttery cake, punctuated by bursts of juicy blueberries. It feels nostalgic, like something a grandmother might have baked, yet modern enough to serve at brunch, holidays, or as a quick dessert after dinner.
Whether enjoyed as breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet addition to a festive spread, this Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is more than a recipe—it’s a little act of love, baked to share.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Layer
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese, softened | 6 oz (170 g) |
| Granulated sugar | ¼ cup (50 g) |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
Loaf Batter
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1½ cups (190 g) |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt | ¼ tsp |
| Unsalted butter, softened | ½ cup (115 g) |
| Granulated sugar | ¾ cup (150 g) |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Milk | ½ cup (120 ml) |
| Blueberries (fresh or frozen) | 1 cup (150 g) |
| Flour (to coat blueberries) | 1 tbsp |
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Oven & Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper. - Cream Cheese Layer
Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside. - Dry Ingredients
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. - Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. - Add Eggs & Vanilla
Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Scrape bowl as needed. - Combine Dry & Wet
Add flour mixture in batches, alternating with milk. Mix gently to avoid a dense loaf. - Fold in Blueberries
Toss blueberries in flour, then fold into batter. - Assemble
Pour half the batter into pan. Spread cream cheese mixture on top, then add remaining batter. - Swirl
Use a knife to gently swirl layers together. - Bake
Bake for 55–65 minutes, covering loosely if browning too quickly. A toothpick should come out mostly clean. - Cool & Serve
Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Slice once set.
✨ Soft, buttery, tangy, and sweet—this Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is comfort baked into every slice.
