Blueberry Lemon Loaf with Lemon Glaze

Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 50–60 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the Loaf

• 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest (about 2 medium lemons)

• 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice

• ½ cup (120 g) Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

• ½ cup (120 ml) milk

• 1 ½ cups (200 g) fresh blueberries (tossed with 1 tbsp flour to prevent sinking)

For the Lemon Glaze

• 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted

• 2–3 tbsp (30–45 ml) fresh lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

‍ Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Pan & Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugar

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.

2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

4️⃣ Combine Wet & Dry

1. Mix in Greek yogurt until smooth.

2. Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk in two parts (dry–milk–dry–milk–dry).

3. Fold in the blueberries gently with a spatula — avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.

5️⃣ Bake the Loaf

1. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

2. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are fine).

3. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

6️⃣ Make the Lemon Glaze

1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

2. Adjust consistency with more lemon juice (thinner) or powdered sugar (thicker).

7️⃣ Glaze & Serve

1. Drizzle glaze evenly over the cooled loaf.

2. Let set for 15–20 minutes before slicing.

Tips for the Best Loaf

• Extra lemon punch: Add ½ tsp lemon extract for a stronger citrus flavor.

• Prevent soggy blueberries: Pat berries dry after washing before tossing in flour.

• Moisture boost: Greek yogurt makes the loaf soft and rich — don’t skip it.