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Blueberry and Lemon Loaf Recipe for a Zesty Treat

Blueberry and Lemon Loaf Recipe for a Zesty Treat

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A moist, zesty quick loaf combining the sweet-tart flavors of blueberries and lemon with a tender crumb. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or tea, this gluten-free-friendly recipe uses light olive oil and yogurt for a moist, lower-fat cake texture.

  • Total Time: 70
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease 9×5 loaf pan.
Whisk flour, baking powder, salt in bowl. Set aside.
Grate lemon zest. Measure berries into 1 1/2 cups total.
Whisk sugar, eggs, buttermilk, then add zest and oil.
Fold half the flour mix into wet ingredients until no dry streaks.
Mix in remaining flour gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Pour batter into pan. Scatter 1 1/2 cups berries without stirring.
Bake 50-55 minutes. Insert toothpick; it should have moist crumbs.
Cool 15 minutes in pan before slicing. Store rest at room temp.

Notes

Use pastry flour + 2 tbsp cornstarch for extra tenderness
Use Greek yogurt for denser texture
Replace buttermilk with 1/4 cup milk + 1 tsp acid
Light refined olive oil preferred over virgin
Store cooled loaf at room temp in airtight container
Best when blueberries are very cold before adding to batter

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 55
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Modern Quick Breads
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 115mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg