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Ultra moist, easy to make, and topped with a thick lemon icing, this lemon blueberry bread is sure to be a new favorite! A combination of oil and sour cream prevents the quick bread from drying out, while lemon juice and zest adds lots of tangy flavors. 

A front view of a loaf of lemon blueberry bread, sliced to show the interior.

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Lemon Blueberry Bread

Ultra moist, easy to make, and topped with a thick lemon icing, this lemon blueberry bread is sure to be a new favorite! A combination of oil and sour cream prevents the quick bread from drying out, while lemon juice and zest adds lots of tangy flavor. 

INGREDIENTS

Lemon Blueberry Bread

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned & leveled (250 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup vegetable or canola oil (120 ml)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (230 grams)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup blueberries + 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour (150 grams)

Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup confectioners sugar (120 grams)
  • 1.5 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice use more or less as needed

INSTRUCTIONS

  • To make the bread: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray, line the pan with parchment paper, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together until well combined. Set aside.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, sour cream, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract together until fully combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • In a separate bowl, toss the blueberries with 2 teaspoons of flour. Then, gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking time will vary slightly depending on if you use fresh or frozen berries. If needed, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 to 15 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 20 minutes in the loaf pan. Carefully remove from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the glaze: Once the bread has cooled, whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice together until fully combined and no lumps remain. If your mixture is too thick, slowly add a little more lemon juice. You want the glaze to be thin enough to drizzle, but thick enough to set up on the bread. If the glaze is too thin, add more powdered sugar as needed.
  • Drizzle the glaze on top of the bread and spread it around. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes to give the glaze time to harden.

NOTES

Storage Instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to four days.Freezing Instructions: Bread will freeze well for up to 3 months, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, and bring to room temperature before serving.Blueberries: You can use fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe. If using frozen, you’ll need to add them to the batter frozen (do not thaw). Note that this may increase the bake time by a few minutes. 

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