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Lemon Blueberry Loaf Cake

Moist lemon blueberry loaf cake with glaze on rustic wooden cutting board

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This moist and flavorful loaf cake is made with pantry staples and fresh berries. It features a tender, buttery crumb studded with juicy blueberries and brightened with sunny lemon zest, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or buttermilk
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, not thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating berries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Mix in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. With mixer on low, add dry flour mixture in three parts, alternating with milk in two parts, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  6. In a small bowl, toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour. Gently fold floured blueberries into the batter with a spatula.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  8. Let cake cool in pan for 15 minutes. Then lift out using parchment overhang and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Coating blueberries in flour prevents sinking. Do not overmix batter. Cake can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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