A Lemon Berry Loaf is a delightful baked treat that combines the zesty flavor of lemons with the sweetness of berries, typically blueberries or raspberries. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, or a mix)
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream or Greek yogurt. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the berries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- While the loaf is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Once the loaf is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled loaf.
- Slice and enjoy!
This Lemon Berry Loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat with your afternoon tea or coffee.
