Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries. This easy-to-make quick bread is perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. With its tender texture and vibrant flavor, each slice pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. Whether youβre a novice baker or an experienced chef, this recipe will become a cherished favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (tossed in flour)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F and grease two 9Γ5 inch loaf pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Gently fold in blueberries that have been tossed in flour.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from pans; slice when completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or nutmeg into the batter. This recipe can be easily customized by adding chopped nuts or other berries.