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Blueberry Loaf Recipe

This blueberry lemon loaf is soft, moist, and packed with fresh lemon flavor and juicy blueberries in every slice. The buttery crumble topping adds the perfect texture, while rubbing the lemon zest into the sugar brings out the natural citrus oils for a brighter lemon taste. Made without an electric mixer, this easy loaf is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, dessert, or whenever you're craving a homemade treat.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 Slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: South African
Calories: 365

Ingredients
  

Crumble Topping
  • 37 g butter melted
  • 4 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup cake flour
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest optional
Blueberry Loaf
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ½ cup 113g butter, softened
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup buttermilk or maas room temperature
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and line a standard 9×5-inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan with baking paper.
  2. Prepare the crumble topping by combining the melted butter, sugar, flour, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix until crumbly, then set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub them together with your fingertips for about 1 minute until the sugar becomes fragrant and slightly damp.
  4. Add the softened butter and canola oil, then whisk until well combined.
  5. Whisk in the vanilla extract, eggs, lemon juice, buttermilk (or maas), and vinegar until smooth.
  6. Add the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the batter.
  10. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  11. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Let the loaf rest completely before slicing for the best texture and clean slices.

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