Description
This Cream Cheese-Filled Lemon Blueberry Loaf combines bright, zesty lemon with bursts of juicy blueberries and a creamy cheesecake-like filling. Perfect for brunch, teatime, or a comforting homemade treat, it’s a delightful blend of tangy, sweet, and rich flavors.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Blueberry Loaf:
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup full-fat plain yogurt
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Loaf Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter, yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the blueberries to distribute them evenly without bursting.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and flour until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Loaf
- Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Layer the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter, spreading it to the edges.
- Cover with the remaining batter, smoothing it gently over the cream cheese layer.
- Bake the Loaf
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 48–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion (not the cream cheese layer) comes out clean.
- If the top browns too quickly, tent the loaf with foil during the last 10–15 minutes.
- Cool and Serve
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for the best results. If using frozen, do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
- Ensure the cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- For added flavor, drizzle a lemon glaze made with powdered sugar and lemon juice over the cooled loaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American