This Blueberry Bread is a delightful treat that’s both easy to make and bursting with flavor.
Packed with juicy blueberries and a tender crumb, it’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: Uses common pantry staples
- No Mixer Needed: Comes together easily by hand
- Versatile: Enjoy it plain or with a glaze or streusel topping
- Year-Round Enjoyment: Fresh or frozen blueberries work beautifully
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1¼ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (180°C). Grease an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, vegetable oil, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Step 4: Add the milk to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
Step 5: Toss the blueberries with a couple of teaspoons of the dry flour mixture to coat them lightly. This helps prevent them from sinking in the batter.
Step 6: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 7: Gently fold the coated blueberries into the batter.
Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Step 9: Bake for 65 to 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 10: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Helps with even mixing and better texture
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing can make the bread dense
- Coat Blueberries with Flour: Keeps them from sinking in the batter
- Check for Doneness: Oven temps vary, so start checking at 65 minutes
This Blueberry Bread is cozy, comforting, and perfect any time of the year. Try it as-is, or top it with a lemon glaze or streusel for an extra treat!
Happy cooking!