Moist & Zesty Lemon Blueberry Bread – Easy & Delicious Recipe!

Moist & Zesty Lemon Blueberry Bread – Easy & Delicious Recipe!

This Lemon Blueberry Bread is soft, moist, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor! Each bite is packed with juicy blueberries and topped with a sweet, tangy lemon glaze. It’s the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

1. 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
2. 1 teaspoon baking powder
3. 1 teaspoon salt
4. ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
5. 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
6. 2 large eggs
7. ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
8. 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
9. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10. ½ cup (120ml) milk
11. 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12. 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries)

For the Lemon Glaze:

1. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2. ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
3. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4. ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prep the Oven and Pan

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9"x 5" loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with butter.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk (add half the flour, then half the milk, then repeat). Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix.

5. Prepare the Blueberries

1. If using fresh blueberries, rinse them lightly so they retain a bit of moisture. Toss them in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf. Gently fold them into the batter.

6. Bake the Bread

1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top, then bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

7. Make the Lemon Glaze

1. While the bread cools, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.

8. Glaze and Serve

1. Place the cooled loaf on a wire rack with a baking sheet underneath to catch drips. Pour the glaze evenly over the top. Let it set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

1. If making the bread a day in advance, store it wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature without the glaze. Add the glaze just before serving.
2. You can use frozen blueberries, but don’t thaw them before adding to the batter.

This Lemon Blueberry Bread is a bright, refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy! 🍋💙