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Blueberry and Lemon Loaf

A delightful loaf that balances the sweetness of blueberries with the tartness of fresh lemons, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for crumble)
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats (for crumble)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for crumble)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for crumble)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a large bowl.
  4. Beat in the eggs, then stir in sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the blueberries gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Combine brown sugar, rolled oats, melted butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl to make the crumble topping.
  9. Sprinkle the crumble over the batter.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Great with butter or a cup of tea or coffee.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: blueberry, lemon, loaf, dessert, baking