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Delightful Mother’s Day Lemon Blueberry Bread

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Experience the joy of baking with this Mother’s Day Lemon Blueberry Bread, a perfect blend of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for celebrating special moments, bringing warmth and nostalgia to your kitchen. With its golden crust and tender crumb, this bread is not just a treat; it’s a tradition waiting to be shared. Perfect as breakfast, dessert, or a snack anytime, your family will be reaching for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in blueberries until evenly distributed.
  6. Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Keywords: For extra flavor, toss blueberries in flour before adding them to the batter. Substitute blueberries with raspberries or add poppy seeds for variation. Sprinkle with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.