Description
This Lemon Blueberry Loaf is a perfect combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries, topped with a zesty lemon glaze. Moist, flavorful, and bursting with fresh fruit, this loaf is an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Loaf:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
For the Lemon Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
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In a separate large bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Stir until just combined.
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Gently fold in the blueberries. If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them to prevent the batter from turning blue.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
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Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Prepare the lemon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
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Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra lemon zest over the glaze before serving.
- If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest and juice slightly.
- If using frozen blueberries, avoid thawing them to prevent the batter from turning purple.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American