Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and lemon extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry mix.
- Gently fold in the lemon zest and blueberries.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes until a toothpick in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Remove from oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- Whisk the powdered sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.
Notes
For a richer crumb, consider adding cardamom or lemon thyme. Serve slices at brunch, as a cozy snack, or at picnics.
