Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Lemon Blueberry Loaf, a perfect blend of zesty lemons and sweet blueberries that will brighten any occasion. This moist loaf, thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt, is an excellent choice for brunch, dessert, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Topped with a tangy lemon glaze, every slice delivers a burst of flavor whether enjoyed on its own or paired with fresh fruits and whipped cream. Simple to prepare and versatile in serving, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for gatherings or quiet moments at home.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ⅓ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8.5×4.5×2.5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until combined.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Toss blueberries in flour to coat and fold them into the batter carefully.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare lemon syrup by heating lemon juice and sugar until dissolved.
- For the glaze, whisk icing sugar with lemon juice and add milk if needed for desired consistency.
- Once cooled slightly, poke holes in the loaf and drizzle lemon syrup over it before glazing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg