This quick bread is wonderfully moist and bursting with flavor, featuring a tender crumb packed with sweet blueberries and brightened with fresh lemon zest, finished with a simple lemon glaze.
Ingredients (Bread):
- Melted butter – 1/3 cup
- Sugar – 1 cup
- Lemon juice – 3 tbsp
- Eggs – 2
- All-purpose flour – 1 1/2 cups
- Baking powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Milk – 1/2 cup
- Grated lemon zest – 2 tbsp
- Chopped walnuts (optional) – 1/2 cup
- Fresh or frozen blueberries – 1 cup
For the Glaze:
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Melted butter – 1 tbsp
- Confectioners’ sugar – 1 cup
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, beat together melted butter, sugar, lemon juice, and eggs until smooth.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Combine Batter
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, mixing just until combined.
Step 5: Add Flavor & Mix-Ins
Fold in lemon zest, walnuts (if using), and blueberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
Step 6: Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Prepare Glaze
While the bread bakes, whisk together lemon juice, melted butter, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
Step 8: Glaze the Bread
Once baked, let the bread cool slightly, then drizzle the glaze over the warm loaf.
Step 9: Serve
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!
