Enjoy a perfect balance of tangy lemon and sweet, juicy blueberries baked into a soft, golden loaf. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack, this loaf captures the bright flavors of spring and summer in every bite. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it’s sure to become a household favorite.
Why You’ll Adore This Recipe
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Zesty & Fresh: Bursting with the lively flavor of fresh lemon zest and juice.
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Berrylicious: Plump blueberries add pops of sweetness and vibrant color.
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Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes of hands-on prep, then baked to perfection.
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Bakery Quality: Looks like it came from a fancy bakery but requires just basic kitchen skills.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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Zest of 1 large lemon
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Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Glaze:
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tbsp lemon juice (adjust to desired consistency)
How to Make It
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
Step 4: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended—avoid overmixing. Gently fold in blueberries so they’re evenly spread throughout the batter.
Step 5: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6 (Optional): Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth to make a glaze. Drizzle over the cooled loaf for an extra burst of flavor.
Step 7: Slice and serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Perfect with coffee, tea, or milk!
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