Description

This moist and buttery Blueberry Bread is packed with juicy berries and makes the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Simple to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a bakery-style loaf you can whip up at home with ease.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using.

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

5. Toss blueberries in 1 tablespoon flour, then fold gently into the batter.

6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

7. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8. Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

9. Slice when mostly cooled and enjoy.

Notes

Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months.

Calories per slice (1/10 of loaf): 220. Fat: 9g. Saturated fat: 5g. Carbs: 31g. Sugar: 15g. Fiber: 1g. Protein: 3g. Sodium: 160mg. Cholesterol: 40mg.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 220
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: blueberry bread, quick bread, easy baking