Lemon Blueberry Loaf with Lemon Glaze

Here’s a delightful recipe for a Lemon Blueberry Loaf with a zesty Lemon Glaze. It’s perfect for a sweet treat or a lovely addition to brunch.

Ingredients:

For the Lemon Blueberry Loaf:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (tossed in a tablespoon of flour)

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions:

For the Lemon Blueberry Loaf:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Flavorings:
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Alternate Adding Ingredients:
   • Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Fold in Blueberries:
   • Gently fold in the blueberries that have been tossed in a tablespoon of flour. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
7. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool:
   • Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Lemon Glaze:

1. Prepare Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
2. Glaze the Loaf:
   • Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
3. Let Glaze Set:
   • Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your delicious Lemon Blueberry Loaf with a tangy Lemon Glaze!