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Slice of moist Lemon Blueberry Bread with fresh blueberries and lemon zest
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Lemon Blueberry Bread

A moist, tender loaf bursting with juicy blueberries and a zesty lemon finish, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Quick Bread
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Bread

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/3 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting blueberries)

For the Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat melted butter and granulated sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix!
  • Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour to prevent sinking. Fold them gently into the batter.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the bread is browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil during the last 15 minutes.
  • Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • For the glaze, whisk together melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. Can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg