Description
Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf is a bright and flavorful twist on the traditional lemon loaf, featuring an enticing combination of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries. This delicious loaf is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you crave something refreshing. With its moist texture and vibrant taste, each slice feels like a bite of sunshine. Whether enjoyed warm with a drizzle of glaze or served alongside a cup of tea, this loaf is sure to delight your taste buds. Easy to make and customizable, it’s a versatile treat for any occasion—be it brunch with friends or a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup canola oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 to 2 tablespoons pure lemon extract
- 1 ½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Glaze: powdered sugar and lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), oil, lemon zest, and lemon extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Toss blueberries in flour and gently fold into the batter.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 52 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes then glaze with powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 52 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg