A rustic homemade blueberry bread with a crispy golden crust and juicy blueberries baked right inside. Soft, airy, and slightly sweet — perfect for breakfast or coffee time!
🛒 Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1¼ cups warm water
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and honey.
- Mix until a sticky dough forms.
2️⃣ Add Blueberries
- Gently fold in the blueberries carefully so they don’t burst too much.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel.
3️⃣ Let It Rise
- Leave the dough at room temperature for 8–12 hours or overnight.
- The dough should become bubbly and doubled in size.
4️⃣ Shape the Bread
- Place parchment paper in a bowl.
- Transfer dough onto lightly floured surface and shape into a round loaf.
- Place it onto parchment paper and let rest 30 minutes.
5️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place a Dutch oven or baking pot inside while heating.
- Carefully transfer dough with parchment paper into the hot pot.
6️⃣ Final Baking
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove lid and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
7️⃣ Cool & Serve
- Let bread cool before slicing.
- Serve warm with butter, cream cheese, or honey.
💡 Tips
- Frozen blueberries also work — do not thaw before using.
- Dust blueberries lightly with flour to prevent sinking.
- For extra flavor, add lemon zest or vanilla.
❓Q&A
Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes! Add them frozen directly into the dough.
Q: Why is my dough sticky?
This is a high-hydration artisan dough, which makes the bread soft and airy.
Q: How do I store it?
Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.