Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Loaf, a moist and zesty treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This loaf combines tangy Greek yogurt, vibrant lemon zest, and sweet blueberries to create an irresistible dessert or snack. Whether you’re enjoying it with your morning coffee or serving it at a gathering, this recipe is sure to impress with its unique flavor profile and inviting aroma. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for breakfast or dessert, this loaf will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8.5×4.5×2.5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Toss blueberries with a tablespoon of flour and gently fold into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare lemon syrup by heating lemon juice and sugar in a saucepan until dissolved.
- Cool the loaf in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack; drizzle with lemon syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added moisture, consider increasing the Greek yogurt by one tablespoon. Substitute blueberries with other berries like raspberries or strawberries for a twist on flavor.