Lemon Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze
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Indulge in the perfect balance of tart lemon and sweet blueberries with this delightful Lemon Blueberry Bread. Moist, flavorful, and topped with a zesty lemon glaze, this easy bread recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
#### Ingredients:
- **For the Bread:**
- 1 ½ cups plus 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- **For the Lemon Glaze:**
- 2 to 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup sifted confectioner’s sugar
#### Directions:
**1. Preheat and Prepare:**
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease the sides and bottom of a loaf pan.
**2. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:**
- In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- In another large bowl, mix together eggs, granulated sugar, yogurt or sour cream, salt, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
**3. Fold in Blueberries:**
- In a separate bowl, toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to coat.
- Gently fold the flour-coated blueberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
**4. Bake:**
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
**5. Cool and Glaze:**
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove the loaf from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine lemon juice and sifted confectioner’s sugar. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to form a syrup.
- Using a toothpick, poke holes all over the top and sides of the cooled loaf.
- Use a pastry brush to brush the lemon syrup over the top and sides of the loaf.
- Allow the glaze to harden for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
**6. Serve and Enjoy:**
- Slice the Lemon Blueberry Bread and serve.
- Enjoy the burst of lemon and blueberry flavors in every delicious bite!
This Lemon Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze is a delightful treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Enjoy its moist texture and refreshing flavors with a cup of tea or coffee!
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