Best Lemon Blueberry Loaf

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his easy, luscious Lemon Blueberry Loaf is actually a homemade Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf except this lemony loaf has an explosion of robust blueberries inside that will absolutely tantalize your taste buds!

It’s superbly finished off with a simple old-fashioned powdered sugar glaze and now we’re off totally off to the races!   I am certainly hoping this race ends with kicking Spring into action.  I’m ready! Coming with?  You won’t be able to resist this lemon loaf bursting with berries!!

Why You’ll Love This Triple Lemon Flavor in this Lemon Blueberry Bread! 

Attention all lemon blueberry dessert lovers! Satisfy your cravings with the ultimate indulgence: the Best Lemon Blueberry Loaf. This irresistible treat combines the tangy sweetness of fresh lemons with bursts of juicy blueberries, all baked to perfection.

Get ready to sink your teeth into a slice of this delectable loaf and experience a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite is perfectly balanced, with the zesty tang of lemons complementing the natural sweetness of blueberries.

But this loaf isn’t just delicious – it’s also a feast for the eyes. The gorgeous marbling of bright yellow and deep blue hues will make your mouth water before you even take a bite. Plus, with its moist and fluffy texture, this loaf is the epitome of melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert or a cozy treat for yourself, the Best Lemon Blueberry Loaf fits the bill perfectly. So don’t miss out on the ultimate lemon blueberry experience – treat yourself today to our lemon blueberry loaf recipe!

About Lemons, Lemon Zest and Lemon Extract for Your Lemon Berry Bread

• As far as lemons flavor goes, I did add lemon zest to this lemon loaf with berries, because that’s what the Copycat Starbucks recipe calls for. So, lucky you!  Plus, you get a triple dose of lemon, and no one’s complaining, right?
• Lemon zest easily gives you the acidity that you need, so between the lemon juice, lemon zest and lemon extract, this bread will be escalated highly on the lemon ‘yum’ scale!
• Lemon extract is not overwhelming, until you add more than the recipe calls for, which is not a good thing. DON’T ADD MORE for extra lemon flavor, because the measurement in the recipe is the perfect mix of tartness needed.
• The extract boasts a convenient and tasty alternative to having to zest or juice lemons, so it’s wonderful to use in breads, cakes and muffins.
• Like most extracts, adding too much for extra punch can affect the whole outcome of something that could have been wonderful, with the exception of vanilla. I always add a little extra vanilla when I bake, do you?  It’s the one extract you can get away with without disastrous results.
• Substitutions for lemon extract: Four tablespoons of fresh lemon juice is roughly equivalent to two tablespoons of lemon extract, if you’re wanting to use fresh lemon juice. However, the flavor of lemon juice may be less strong than lemon extract, so you might need to use more lemon juice to achieve the desired flavor.

More Starbucks? I have more Starbucks faves right here! Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars, Starbucks Banana Bread and “CopyCat” Starbucks Pumpkin Pound Cake!

Ingredients You Need for Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf recipe

• all-purpose flour
• baking powder
• salt
• eggs
• granulated sugar
• sour cream or Greek yogurt
• oil – I used canola
• lemon zest
• pure lemon extract, I used Nielsen-Massey, can also use fresh lemon juice 
• blueberries, fresh blueberries or frozen blueberries, I used fresh
• flour to toss and coat with blueberries before adding to loaf

Old Fashioned Powdered Sugar Glaze

• powdered sugar
• lemon juice or you could use almond milk or whatever milk you want

Substitutions

Four tablespoons of fresh lemon juice is roughly equivalent to two tablespoons of lemon extract. However, the flavor of lemon juice may be less strong than lemon extract, so you might need to use more lemon juice to achieve the desired flavor.

P.S…I am loving these new 9×5 baking pans I got from Kohl’s to make this lemon blueberry loaf recipe.  I used them making this Awesome Country Apple Fritter Bread a few weeks ago and they baked wonderfully!  Looking forward to making this Country Blueberry Fritter Loaf in them and more!

Instructions How to Make Lemon Blueberry Loaf

Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. Lining with parchment paper makes it super easy to get out of loaf pan. Spray with non stick spray.
2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, add the eggs, sugar, sour cream/yogurt and oil and quickly whisk together until smooth and combined.
4. Add the lemon zest, lemon extract, and whisk together well.
5. Add dry ingredients and whisk or stir until just combined and do not over-mix. Very little lumps are ok.
6. Put blueberries in a container and add 3 teaspoons flour and shake.  Add to mixture and fold blueberries in.
7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 52-57 minutes.
8. The last 10 minutes of baking, tent pan with foil by loosely draping a sheet of foil over bread to prevent excessive browning on the top and sides of bread before center cooks through.
9. Allow loaf to cool in pan on top of a baking wire rack for at least 30 minutes before before glazing.

Glaze

1. For the glaze, in a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar and lemon juice or milk until smooth and combined.
2. Drizzle glaze over bread before slicing and serving.

Storing Lemon Berry Bread

• Room Temperature:  It’s best to store this leftover lemon loaf with berries at room temperature for up to 5 days. We don’t recommend storing this in the fridge as it will dry it out faster.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 6 months by placing this lemon blueberry bread in an airtight container, or wrapping it in plastic wrap and placing it in a freezer bag.

More Variations For Your Blueberry Lemon Loaf

• Switch out the blueberries with blackberries, strawberries or raspberries for this quick bread recipe!

This lemon blueberry loaf recipe is so packed with berries, I love it!  It’s the perfect snack in the afternoon or when you want a luscious lemon and berry dessert experience like this Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Cake and these Soft Lemon & Blueberry Explosion Cookies!

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Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf

Kim Lange

This Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf  is actually a home-made Copycat Starbuck’s Lemon Loaf except this lemony loaf has an explosion of robust blueberries inside that will absolutely tantalize your taste buds! 

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 52 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Servings 8 Servings

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Ingredients

  

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Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar I use a little over ¾ cup
• 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• ½ cup oil - I used canola
• 2 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 to 2 tbsp pure lemon extract I used Nielsen-Massey
• 1 ½ cups blueberries, fresh or frozen I used fresh
• 1 tablespoon flour to toss and coat with blueberries before adding to loaf

Old Fashioned Powdered Sugar Glaze:

• ¾ cup to 1 cup powder sugar
• 1 tablespoon or more as needed lemon juice, almond milk or whatever milk you want

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Instructions

 

Lemon Blueberry Explosion Loaf

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray. Line with parchment paper for easier removal.
• Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, sour cream/yogurt, and oil until smooth. Mix in lemon zest and extract.
• Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined (small lumps are okay).
• Toss blueberries with 3 teaspoons of flour, then gently fold into the batter.
• Pour batter into the loaf pan. Bake for 52–57 minutes. Tent with foil during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
• Cool loaf in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before glazing.
• For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice (or milk) until smooth. Drizzle over cooled loaf before slicing.

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Notes

Substitutions:

Four tablespoons of fresh lemon juice is roughly equivalent to two tablespoons of lemon extract. However, the flavor of lemon juice may be less strong than lemon extract, so you might need to use more lemon juice to achieve the desired flavor.

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