Description
This Easy Blueberry Lemon Loaf is a delightful treat that combines the freshness of blueberries with the zesty tang of lemon, creating a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¾ cup whole milk Greek yogurt
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for the pan)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Add the yogurt, olive oil, eggs, and vanilla, and whisk until smooth.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Bake: Transfer the batter to the greased loaf pan and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- Cool and serve: Let the loaf cool completely before removing it from the pan. Drizzle with lemon glaze before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Blueberry Lemon Loaf, Lemon Glaze, Easy Dessert Recipe, Baking with Blueberries
