Lemon Blueberry Bread

Name: Lemon Blueberry Quick Bread Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.; 1 tsp of baking powder.; 1 tsp of salt.; 1/3 cup of melted unsalted butter.; 1 cup of granulated sugar.; 2 large eggs.; 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract.; 2 tsp of freshly grated lemon zest.; 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice.; 1/2 cup of milk.; 1 cup of blueberries, fresh or frozen.; 1 tbsp of all-purpose flour.; 2 tbsp of melted butter for glaze.; 1/2 cup of powdered sugar for glaze.; 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice for glaze.; 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract for glaze.

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Dive into this easy and zesty Lemon Blueberry Bread, a homemade treat that’s bursting with fruity flavors.

Introduction To Lemon Blueberry Bread#

Hey there, fellow foodies! Ever find yourself daydreaming about the ultimate comfort food that sings nullspringnull with every bite? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because today wenullre diving into the zesty world of Lemon Blueberry Bread 🍋. Just the thought of that tangy lemon and sweet, plump blueberries nestled in a moist loaf gets my taste buds doin’ the Harlem Shake!

Why Lemon Blueberry Bread Rocks#

Itnulls a Flavor Fiesta

Listen up ynullall, this ainnullt your grandmanulls banana bread. This is the kind of treat thatnullll make your palate throw a party and invite all its friends. And if you think about it, blueberries and lemons are like the Thelma and Louise of the fruit world; they just belong together!

The Texture is Top-Notch

I mean, who doesnnullt want a slice thatnulls got all the right moves? Wenullre talking a delicate crumb thatnulls as fluffy as a cloud with a hint of that glorious golden crust. Mmm, perfection!

The Legendary Breadnulls Origin#

Okay, gather nullround folks, itnulls storytime. Believe it or not, this scrumptious loaf has its roots way back in the culinary books. Itnulls like it traveled through time just to grace our modern-day kitchens. In the good olnull days, incorporating fruits into bread was basically the norm – waste not, want not, am I right?

Preparing The Ingredients#

Before we get our bake on, letnulls chat about what younullre gonna need. My friend Martha – not Stewart, but just as savvy in the kitchen – always says the secret to a fab bake is quality ingredients. So, letnulls do Martha proud, folks!

Fresh blueberries – These little guys are the stars of the show.
Premium all-purpose flour – The foundation of any great bread.
The zest and juice from real lemons – None of that bottled stuff, please.
Your usual suspects: sugar, eggs, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
A little secret ingredient: Greek yogurt for extra moisture!

The Baking Process Unveiled#

Combining Dry and Wet Ingredients

Alright, letnulls get down to brass tacks. First, younullre gonna whisk together all those dry ingredients until theynullre best friends. Then, in another bowl, younullll mix up the wet ones till theynullre as harmonious as The Beach Boys in their prime.

Bringing It All Together

Once younullve got harmony in both bowls, itnulls time to introduce them to each other. Itnulls like a mixer for ingredients – gently combine them and watch the magic happen.

Preheat your oven – This breadnulls not baking itself.
Grease your loaf pan – We donnullt want any stickage, now do we?
Combine ingredients – This is where the love gets added.
Bake to golden perfection – Patience, my friend, itnulls worth it.

Letting It Cool

Now, I know younullll be tempted to dive right in, but younullve gotta let it cool. Trust me, good things come to those who wait.

Serving Suggestions And Pairings#

Herenulls where you can get a little wild. Want to slather it with butter or cream cheese for extra decadence? Be my guest! Or if younullre feeling a bit cheeky, a dollop of lemon curd would not go amiss. And for all you rebels out there, why not pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream? Lifenulls short, eat the bread with ice cream 🍦.

Storing And Keeping Fresh#

Last but not least, letnulls talk about leftovers – if you have any, that is! Storing this bread properly means you can have your cake (or bread, in this case) and eat it too, days later. Just wrap it up in some cling film or pop it in an airtight container, and itnullll be good to go when the cravings hit. Quick tip: slice before freezing for grab-and-go ease!

About Recipe

Recipe By: Ella Savory

Category: Cake

Last Updated: 2024-02-02

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Cook Time: 65 Minutes

Total Time: 90 Minutes

Yield: 8 Servings

Next: Layered Boston Cream Dessert

Previuos: Easy Chocolate Cupcakes Baking

Lemon Blueberry Quick Bread Recipe Ingredients

01 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.

02 1 tsp of baking powder.

03 1 tsp of salt.

04 1/3 cup of melted unsalted butter.

05 1 cup of granulated sugar.

06 2 large eggs.

07 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract.

08 2 tsp of freshly grated lemon zest.

09 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice.

10 1/2 cup of milk.

11 1 cup of blueberries, fresh or frozen.

12 1 tbsp of all-purpose flour.

13 2 tbsp of melted butter for glaze.

14 1/2 cup of powdered sugar for glaze.

15 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice for glaze.

16 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract for glaze.

Lemon Blueberry Quick Bread Recipe Step By Step

Step 01

Heat up your oven to 350°F and get a 9 by 5 inch loaf pan ready with parchment paper or you can give it a light coat of butter.

Step 02

Grab a medium bowl and give a good whisk to your flour, baking powder, and salt; then just set that to the side for a sec.

Step 03

In your electric mixer’s bowl, beat the melted butter with sugar, eggs, vanilla, and all that lemony stuff – zest and juice – until it’s all nice and smooth.

Step 04

Time for some arm action – while you’re mixing slowly, introduce the flour mix and milk to the batter. Do this in two halves and once it’s combined, drop that mixer like itnulls hot.

Step 05

Give your blueberries a quick wash then toss them in a bit of flour – it’s a trick to keep them from doing the deep dive in your loaf. Fold them gently into the batter, pop it in the pan and straight into the oven for 55 to 65 minutes. Once itnulls done, let it chill in the pan, then drizzle on your glaze and you’re golden!.

Notes

Always zest your lemon before juicing – itnulls way easier.
Let the loaf cool before glazing to keep things neat.
If you’re using frozen berries, no need to thaw them first.
For a twist, try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
Keep an eye on the loaf in the last minutes to prevent over-browning.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Calories: 259
Total Fat: ~
Total Carbohydrate: ~
Protein: ~

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