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gluten free lemon blueberry bread on a rectangle white serving plate drizzled with lemon icing and served with lemon slices and fresh blueberries

Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry bread

5 from 2 votes
Experience the bright flavors of Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Bread with a tangy lemon glaze. Easy and delicious recipe!
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Keyword: Baked, Blueberry Loaf, Bread, Gluten-Free, Lemon Loaf
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 275kcal

Ingredients

For the Bread:

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream), at room temperature
  • zest of 2 lemons
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries tossed with 1 tbsp gluten-free flour

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan with gluten-free flour.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
    1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
    1/2 cup unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
    2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Mix in the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
    1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, zest of 2 lemons, juice of 1 lemon
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Gently fold in the flour-coated blueberries until evenly distributed.
    1 cup fresh blueberries
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare Lemon Glaze:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
    1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Once the bread is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing.

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Notes

  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients, especially eggs and Greek yogurt, are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
  • Flour Coating for Blueberries: Toss blueberries in gluten-free flour before folding them into the batter to prevent sinking.
  • Avoid Overmixing: Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender and prevent it from becoming dense.
  • Accurate Measurements: Use precise measurements for baking powder and baking soda to avoid the loaf sinking in the middle.
  • Doneness Test: Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, the bread is done.
  • Cooling Time: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps maintain its structure.

Nutrition

Serving: 10servings | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg