Lemon Blueberry Loaf

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Ingredients:

For the loaf:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)

For the lemon glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven and prepare loaf pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  4. Incorporate wet ingredients: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
  5. Add Greek yogurt (or sour cream): Gradually add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Fold in blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
  8. Transfer batter to loaf pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Bake the loaf: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can tent it with aluminum foil.
  10. Cool the loaf: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Prepare lemon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. If desired, stir in some lemon zest for extra flavor.
  12. Drizzle with lemon glaze: Once the loaf has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your delicious Lemon Blueberry Loaf! You can accompany it with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

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