Blueberry Lemon Loaf – Easy Zesty Bake

Brighten your day with this incredibly easy and utterly delicious Blueberry Lemon Loaf! Bursting with juicy blueberries and a vibrant citrus kick, this zesty bake is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. Get ready to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 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 (any kind)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1-2 lemons)
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
• For the Lemon Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries. If using frozen blueberries, toss them with a tablespoon of flour before adding to prevent sinking.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While the loaf cools, prepare the lemon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add more juice for a thinner glaze, or more sugar for a thicker glaze.
10. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze generously over the top. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.