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Lemon Blueberry Loaf

A soft and buttery Lemon Blueberry Loaf made with fresh lemon zest and juicy blueberries.
Finished with a crumb topping and tangy lemon icing.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy homemade dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

Crumble

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • Tiny pinch of kosher salt

Lemon Blueberry Loaf

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp all purpose flour for blueberries
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup milk room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • Extra fresh blueberries for topping

Lemon Icing

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp milk or cream
  • 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line all sides of an 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan.
  • Make the crumble by mixing melted butter, sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Place it in the refrigerator while preparing the batter.
  • In a large mixing bowl, rub the granulated sugar and lemon zest together using your fingers to release more lemon flavor.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
  • With the mixer on medium-low speed, add the softened butter 1 tablespoon at a time. Mix until the texture becomes crumbly and no large butter pieces remain.
  • Scrape down the bowl. Mix in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time.
  • Mix in the lemon juice, then the milk, until the batter is smooth.
  • Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to lightly coat them. Gently fold them into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Top with extra blueberries and the chilled crumble.
  • Bake the Lemon Blueberry Loaf for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Cool the loaf in the pan for about 45 minutes.
  • Make the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, milk or cream, and lemon juice until smooth and thick but pourable.
  • Lift the loaf out of the pan, drizzle with icing, slice, and serve.

Notes

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, add a little extra zest to the batter or icing.
  • You can swap fresh blueberries for frozen blueberries if needed.
  • This loaf pairs beautifully with tea, coffee, or a light fruit spread.
  • Serve slightly warm or fully cooled for the best texture.