Lemon Blueberry Bread | Cajun 911 Cuisine
This moist, fragrant lemon blueberry bread is bright with citrus and bursting with fresh blueberries. A butter-and-sugar–lined pan creates a lightly caramelized crust, giving this Southern-style quick bread a golden finish that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet afternoon treat.
INGREDIENTS
DRY INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
WET INGREDIENTS
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1/2 cup milk or evaporated milk
Zest of 1 large lemon
Juice of 1/2 lemon, optional
1 tsp vanilla extract
FRUIT
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 Tbsp flour, for tossing berries
PAN COATING
2–3 Tbsp softened butter
2–3 Tbsp sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Prep the Pan
Grease a loaf pan generously with softened butter. Coat the pan with sugar, tapping out any excess.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, oil or melted butter, milk, lemon zest, optional lemon juice, and vanilla.
4. Combine
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
5. Add Blueberries
Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then gently fold into the batter.
6. Bake
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake at 350°F for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
SERVING IDEAS
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Drizzle with a simple lemon glaze
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Toast slices and serve with butter
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Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries
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Pair with coffee or tea
NOTES
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Add extra lemon zest for stronger citrus flavor
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Substitute mixed berries if desired
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Add poppy seeds for a classic lemon-poppy twist
RECIPE PAIRINGS AND HELPFUL LINKS
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Pair with Southern & Cajun desserts
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Serve alongside breakfast or brunch dishes
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