Are you tired of the same old breakfast routine? Shake things up with a slice of our mouthwatering Blueberry Lemon Bread! Bursting with juicy blueberries and zesty lemon flavor, this refreshing bread is sure to brighten up your morning. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack on-the-go or a delicious brunch option, this recipe will not disappoint. So grab your apron and get ready to impress your taste buds – it’s time to indulge in some seriously delicious baking!
If you’re looking for a delicious way to start your day, look no further than this blueberry lemon bread. Made with fresh blueberries and lemon zest, this bread is bursting with flavor. It’s the perfect way to wake up your taste buds and enjoy a slice with your morning cup of coffee.
Tips:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before beginning this recipe.
2. When measuring the flour, be sure to spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with the back of a knife. This will ensure that you don’t end up with too much or too little flour in the recipe.
3. Be careful not to overmix the batter – mix just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can result in a tough bread.
4. This bread is best served fresh, so try to eat it within a day or two of baking. If you need to store it for longer, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to a week.
Conclusion & Recipe:
This blueberry lemon bread is the perfect way to brighten up your morning. The fresh blueberries and zesty lemon flavor are a perfect combination, and the bread is so moist and delicious. This recipe is really easy to follow, and the end result is a beautiful, fresh loaf of bread that will make your mornings a little brighter.
CREAM CHEESE FILLED BLUEBERRY LEMON BREAD
Ingredients
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1 cup sugar 200g
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup plain 0% Greek yogurt 150 grams
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup lemon juice 1 lemon
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 200-210 grams fluffed and levelled
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- zest of 2 lemons or 3, if you like things tangy!
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries *if using frozen blueberries, toss with 1 tablespoon flour before adding to batter
CREAM CHEESE LAYER
- 4 oz cream cheese 1/2 package
- 1/4 cup sugar 50g
- 1 egg white
GLAZE
- 1/2 cup powdered icing sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8x4 (or 9x5 -- see note above).
- Combine oil and sugar in a large bowl. Blend in the eggs, yogurt, vanilla, and juice.
- Mix flour, baking powder and salt together. Stir until well combined. Add blueberries.
- Cream cheese layer: In a medium bowl beat cream cheese, sugar, and egg white until smooth.
- Place 1/3 of the bread batter in a loaf pan. Spread all cream cheese mixture evenly on top. Finish bya topping with 1/3 of the bread batter. Smoothen the top.
- Bake at 350°F for 60-70 mins, then cover loosely with foil. The cream cheese will set once it cools.
- Before slicing or serving, let cool to room temperature. Remaining portions can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
GLAZE
- Mix the powdered sugar with the lemon juice until you reach your desired consistency. You may not need all of it!
- Before serving, drizzle the glaze over the loaf.
