Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Quick Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of lemon blueberry sourdough quick bread, a perfect treat for any occasion. This easy-to-make bread combines zesty lemon with juicy blueberries, creating a refreshing and moist loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With the unique touch of sourdough starter, this recipe adds depth to the flavor while remaining simple to prepare in just one bowl. Whether you’re using active starter or leftover discard, this recipe is a practical way to enjoy homemade goodness that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter (active or discard)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add sugar, all-purpose flour, and lemon zest; stir gently until just mixed – do not overmix.
- Carefully fold in the blueberries to keep them intact.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 158mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg