Lemon Blueberry Loaf
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries with this moist and flavorful Lemon Blueberry Loaf. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this quick bread is topped with a tangy lemon glaze that enhances its bright flavors.
Ingredients:
For the loaf:
1½ cups all-purpose flour, plus 1 tablespoon for coating blueberries
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
3 large eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
For the lemon glaze:
1 cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions:
Prepare the Oven and Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease the bottom and sides of a loaf pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, sift together 1½ cups of flour, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, yogurt (or sour cream), eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and lemon zest until smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Prepare Blueberries:
In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour to coat. This helps prevent them from sinking during baking.
Fold in Blueberries:
Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter.
Bake the Loaf:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the Loaf:
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
Carefully remove the loaf from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it simmer for about 3 minutes.
Apply the Glaze:
Using a toothpick, poke small holes all over the top and sides of the cooled loaf.
With a pastry brush, apply the warm lemon glaze evenly over the loaf, allowing it to seep into the holes.
Set and Serve:
Let the glazed loaf sit for about 15 minutes to allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.
Enjoy this delightful Lemon Blueberry Loaf with a cup of tea or coffee, or share it with friends and family for a refreshing treat.