Description
Lemon Blueberry Loaf is a delightful blend of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries, creating a moist, flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, this loaf transforms ordinary moments into special memories. Whether served at brunch or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, it promises to bring smiles to all who taste it. The best part? This recipe is easy to follow, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup lemon juice (fresh)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the lemon zest and mix in the softened butter until crumbly.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon juice and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries with a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (63g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg