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Moist Zesty Lemon Blueberry Bread

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A moist and zesty lemon blueberry bread with a tender crumb and tangy glaze, perfect for easy homemade treats and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 teaspoons milk or cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
  5. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  6. Add dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently after each addition, avoiding overmixing.
  7. Gently fold in blueberries using a rubber spatula to avoid breaking them.
  8. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil after 40 minutes if top browns too quickly.
  10. Cool bread in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk or cream until smooth and pourable.
  12. Drizzle glaze over cooled bread and let set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and butter for a tender crumb. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid tough bread. Fold blueberries gently to keep them whole. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. For frozen blueberries, toss in flour before folding to prevent bleeding. Adjust glaze consistency with powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed.

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