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Tara Noland

Blueberry Lemon Loaf

With a tender crumb and bright flavor, this homemade blueberry lemon bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert. A simple lemon glaze adds a sweet, zesty finish that makes this loaf even more irresistible.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 473

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2-3 Tablespoons lemon zest 2 large lemons
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour +1 Tablespoon for blueberries
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • ¾ cup sour cream room temperature
  • 3 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1-2 Tablespoons turbinado sugar optional
Lemon Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • ½ teaspoon milk or heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9x4-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Zest two large lemons. Place the zest in a large bowl with the sugar. Rub sugar and zest together with fingers to release the lemon flavor. Set aside while you squeeze the lemon juice, then use it for the batter and the icing.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in a small bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add butter to a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer. Using a paddle attachment or a hand mixer, beat the butter at high speed for about 3 minutes. Add the sugar-and-lemon-zest mixture. Beat at high speed for 3 to 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat to combine.
  5. While mixing at low speed, add the flour mixture in thirds and the sour cream mixture in halves, starting with the flour and alternating each time. Mix just until almost combined, then add the next mixture, continuing until all ingredients are combined.
  6. Add 1 Tablespoon of flour to the fresh blueberries and toss to coat the blueberries. Fold the blueberries into the thick batter, just until incorporated. Scoop the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar, if using.
  7. Bake the loaf at 350°F for 63 to 65 minutes, until the top bounces back when lightly touched and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow the loaf to cool completely before removing it from the pan, or for at least an hour.
  8. While the loaf is cooling, mix the icing ingredients by hand until smooth. Spoon over the loaf once it is cool, or just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 473kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 422mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 50gVitamin A: 561IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

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