Get ready to transform your kitchen into a bakery of dreams with this irresistible Blueberry Poppy Seed Bread topped with a zesty orange glaze! Imagine cutting into a moist, tender loaf studded with juicy blueberries and sprinkled with delicate poppy seeds, then drizzled with a bright, citrusy glaze that will make your mouth water. This isn't just a bread - it's a culinary experience that promises to elevate your breakfast, brunch, or afternoon snack from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of poppy seeds, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well blended.
- In another mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add 2 large eggs to the butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in 1 cup of milk until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense bread.
- Fold in 1 cup of fresh blueberries gently into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the bread is baking, prepare the orange glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of orange zest until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more orange juice or powdered sugar as needed.
- Once the bread is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the orange glaze over the top. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the Blueberry Poppy Seed Bread warm or at room temperature, and enjoy this delicious treat with a cup of tea or coffee!
Tips
- Use fresh, plump blueberries for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen berries, don't thaw them first to prevent color bleeding.
- Avoid overmixing the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread light and tender.
- Prevent blueberries from sinking by tossing them in a light dusting of flour before folding into the batter.
- Check the bread's doneness with the toothpick test - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool completely before glazing to ensure the orange glaze sets beautifully and doesn't become runny.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
