This Lemon Blueberry Loaf is a delightful treat that combines zesty lemon flavor with juicy blueberries. Perfectly moist and sweet, it’s ideal for breakfast, tea time, or dessert. 🌿
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Loaf:
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🍯 3/4 cup sugar
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 🍋 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 🥛 1/2 cup milk
- 🌾 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/4 tsp salt
- 🫐 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour to prevent sinking)
For the Glaze:
- 🍋 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 🍋 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, melted butter, lemon juice, and milk until smooth.
3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4️⃣ Make the Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6️⃣ Prepare the Glaze:
- While the loaf cools, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
7️⃣ Glaze and Serve:
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf. Slice and enjoy!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Fresh & Zesty: Lemon and blueberry flavors perfectly complement each other.
- Moist & Tender: A soft texture with bursts of juicy berries in every bite.
- Versatile: Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Simple & Elegant: Easy to make yet impressive to serve.
This Lemon Blueberry Loaf is a sweet, tangy treat that’s sure to brighten your day. Bake it, share it, and savor the sunshine! 🍋🫐✨