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Lemon Blueberry Bread

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Lemon Blueberry Bread is a delightful blend of zesty lemon and juicy blueberries, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for brunch or as a sweet afternoon snack, this easy-to-make bread fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma. With its golden crust and tender texture, it’s sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy it fresh, toasted, or even as a late-night treat!


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs; then add milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest; mix well.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the blueberries carefully to maintain their shape.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling before slicing.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter. You can also substitute blueberries with raspberries or blackberries for a different twist.