Description
Indulgent blueberry cream cheese bread combines tangy cream cheese with sweet, juicy blueberries in a moist, irresistible loaf. Bakers seeking a delightful breakfast or afternoon treat will savor each rich, fruity slice of this simple yet elegant creation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing with butter and dusting with flour to ensure easy bread removal.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl, eliminating any potential lumps.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring complete integration after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Mix gently to avoid overmixing, maintaining a smooth consistent batter.
- Delicately fold fresh blueberries into the batter using a spatula, preserving their whole structure and preventing unnecessary crushing.
- Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface evenly. Optional: sprinkle additional blueberries on top for visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—a clean or nearly clean pick indicates readiness.
- Allow bread to rest in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling, preventing moisture accumulation.
- Once cooled, slice and savor the rich, fruity blueberry cream cheese bread, perfect for various occasions and moments of enjoyment.
Notes
- Replace frozen blueberries with fresh ones to maintain bread’s texture and prevent color bleeding.
- Dust blueberries with a light flour coating before folding into batter to prevent sinking during baking.
- Reduce sugar by using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier, protein-rich alternative.
- Swap all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals, ensuring same delightful consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg