Lemon Blueberry Loaf

Lemon Blueberry Loaf Cake is a happy medium between a pound cake and a quick bread. The loaf cake is bursting with blueberry and lemon flavor, so it’s a summer favorite. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make.

Lemon and blueberry just go so well together. If you love it like I do, then try my Blueberry Lemon Cookies and my Lemon Blueberry Muffins recipe.

Why this Lemon Blueberry Loaf Recipe is a Keeper

This easy lemon blueberry loaf cake recipe is as delicious as it is simple to make. Plus, it’s tender and full of delicious lemon and blueberry flavor.

• Tender Crumb: The loaf stays soft and moist with every slice.
• Fresh Flavor: Lemon and fresh blueberries create the perfect sweet and citrus combination.
• Easy to Make: No fancy baking techniques required.
• Perfect Anytime Treat: Great for breakfast, brunch, snacks or dessert.
• Serve With: Serve this recipe with a Blueberry Mojito, Lemon Blondies with Raspberries or Blueberry Mini Brie Bites.

How Do you keep Blueberries From Sinking in Loaf Cake?

Coat the blueberries in flour before adding them to the cake batter. When you do, stir them in gently immediately before pouring into the pan.

Ingredient Notes for Lemon Blueberry Bread

You only need a few familiar ingredients to make this sweet bread recipe. Make sure your baking powder is fresh for the perfect rise.

This is an overview of key ingredients. Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.

• Fresh Lemon Zest and Juice: You will need grated lemon zest and lemon juice to make this cake recipe. I prefer fresh lemon juice for the best lemon flavor, so I always grab a couple lemons from the store.
• Blueberries: I also prefer fresh blueberries in my cake, but you can use fresh or frozen.
• Cinnamon: Use a little cinnamon in your crumble topping to add extra flavor.
  

Kitchen Tools To Make Blueberry Lemon Loaf Easier

There are just a few tools needed to make this lemon loaf with blueberries recipe.

• Loaf Pan: Creates the classic bakery-style loaf shape.
• Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer: Helps cream ingredients smoothly.
• Cooling Rack: Allows the loaf to cool evenly before glazing.
• Microplane Zester: Makes it easier to finely zest fresh lemons.

How to Make Blueberry Lemon Loaf Cake

This zesty lemon flavor quick bread recipe comes together in 5 easy to follow steps. It’s so good, it’s one of my friend’s favorites for the summer.

These are just highlights. Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.

• Preheat Oven & Prep Wet Ingredients: Preheat the oven and grease a loaf pan. Beat together the melted butter, granulated sugar, lemon juice and eggs in a large bowl.
• Mix the Batter: Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt in another bowl. Then, gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Fold in the nuts, blueberries and lemon zest.
• Make the Topping: Mix together flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon and melted butter in a small bowl. Set aside to add just before baking.

• Assemble in Pan & Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and add the crumb topping. Bake for a little over an hour, then carefully remove loaf from pan. Let cool for 10 minutes.
• Make the Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the lemon glaze. Pour the glaze over the loaf after it has cooled completely.

Alternate Cooking Methods for Tasty lemon Loaf Recipe

Alternatively, you can make this recipe for a simple loaf into a Bundt cake, muffins or mini loaves.

• Mini Loaf Method: Bake in smaller pans for gifting or portion control. Line the loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
• Muffin Method: Turn the batter into lemon blueberry muffins with adjusted baking time.
• Bundt Cake Method: Use a small Bundt pan for a more decorative presentation.