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Lemon Blueberry Bread

A delightful balance of tart and sweet, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen, thawed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the sugar and egg until well combined.
  5. Add yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula.
  7. Carefully fold in the blueberries.
  8. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

This bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, and it pairs well with coffee or tea.