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Fluffy Lemon Blueberry Easter Bread Recipe Easy Zesty Glaze Included

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A light and airy lemon blueberry bread with a zesty lemon glaze, perfect for Easter brunch or spring gatherings. This recipe is quick, easy, and delivers a nostalgic, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120g) plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups (225g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Zesty Glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and dust with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
  5. Toss blueberries in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking, then fold them gently into the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top lightly.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, starting to check at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack for another 15 minutes.
  9. While the bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and pourable.
  10. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm bread and allow it to set for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  11. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread fluffy. Toss blueberries in flour before folding to prevent sinking. Glaze the bread while still warm to avoid sogginess. Tent with foil if the bread browns too quickly. For vegan or gluten-free adaptations, see variations.

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Keywords: lemon blueberry bread, Easter bread, lemon glaze, sweet bread, spring dessert, quick bread, blueberry bread

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