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Perfectly Moist Classic Blueberry Bread

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A simple recipe for a tender, moist blueberry quick bread, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest, if using.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent it with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. To make the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

Notes

  • For the best moisture, use fresh blueberries. If using frozen, do not toss them in flour; fold them directly into the batter.
  • For a lighter, muffin-like texture, reduce the baking time slightly and check for doneness sooner.
  • You can substitute the milk with plain yogurt or sour cream for extra richness.

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