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Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread Recipe

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Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread is a moist and tender loaf that combines the juicy burst of blueberries with a rich, creamy swirl of sweetened cream cheese. This baked treat offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Tossed blueberries prevent sinking, while a center layer of cream cheese adds velvety richness to every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour to prevent sinking)

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Make the Bread Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter to avoid sinking.
  3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Bread: Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter layer. Carefully top with the remaining bread batter, smoothing the top evenly.
  5. Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. To prevent excessive browning, loosely cover the top with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking if needed.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure and texture.

Notes

  • Tossing blueberries in flour helps keep them evenly distributed in the batter and prevents them from sinking.
  • If the top browns too quickly, cover with foil during the last portion of baking.
  • You can substitute buttermilk for milk for a tangier flavor and softer crumb.
  • Add lemon zest or cinnamon to the cream cheese filling for extra flavor variations.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.

Keywords: Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread, Blueberry Bread, Cream Cheese Bread, Baked Blueberry Loaf, Breakfast Bread, Sweet Bread

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