A beautifully soft and citrusy loaf studded with juicy blueberries and topped with a sweet lemon glaze — this bakery-style treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or tea time!
⏱️ Time & Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 55–60 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: 10 slices
- Calories per Serving: ~290 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
For the Loaf
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in 1 tsp flour)
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugar
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
4️⃣ Combine & Fold in Berries
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet. Gently fold in blueberries.
5️⃣ Bake
Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6️⃣ Glaze & Serve
Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest to make glaze. Drizzle over the cooled loaf, slice, and enjoy!
💛 Why You’ll Love This
- Bright lemon flavor balanced with juicy blueberries
- Super soft and moist crumb — thanks to butter and citrus
- A stunning loaf that’s easy to bake and hard to share
- Great for gifting, brunches, or weekday treats
- Freezes beautifully — slice and save for later
💡 Helpful Tips
- Tossing berries in flour keeps them from sinking
- Use Greek yogurt in place of milk for added moisture
- Try with raspberries or blackberries for a twist
- For extra zing, add a splash of lemon extract
Craving a lemon blueberry muffin version, cream cheese swirl loaf, or a gluten-free twist next? I’ve got you covered! 💛🫐
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