Description
A delightful and moist loaf that combines fresh blueberries with the zing of lemon, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the blueberries gently.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Let the loaf cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Once cool, drizzle glaze over the loaf and serve.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: blueberry, lemon, loaf, dessert, baked good