Description
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread is a deliciously moist and flavorful loaf that combines the sweetness of ripe blueberries with the creamy richness of cream cheese. The tender, soft bread is studded with juicy blueberries, which burst with flavor in every bite, while the cream cheese adds a smooth, slightly tangy contrast that makes it extra indulgent. Whether served as a breakfast treat, a snack, or a dessert, this bread is the perfect balance of fruity and creamy, with a slight sweetness that’s irresistible. It’s a comforting, homemade delight that’s perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!
Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need to make this irresistible Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread:
- For the Bread:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ingredient Highlights
- Fresh Blueberries: Blueberries are a powerhouse ingredient in this bread, offering antioxidants, vitamins, and a naturally sweet and tart flavor.
- Cream Cheese: The cream cheese filling creates a rich, creamy texture that adds tang and moisture to the bread, making it extra indulgent.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream gives the bread a soft, moist texture and a slight tang, which balances the sweetness of the blueberries.
- Cinnamon: The hint of cinnamon adds warmth and depth of flavor, complementing the blueberries beautifully (optional but recommended).
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make the perfect Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread:
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
- Beat the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined. Set aside.
Prepare the Bread Batter:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Fold in the Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Assemble the Bread:
- Layer the Batter and Cream Cheese Filling: Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly on top of the batter, leaving about ½ inch from the edges. Top with the remaining bread batter, spreading it out to cover the cream cheese filling.
- Swirl the Filling: Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese filling into the bread batter, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs (make sure you are not inserting it into the cream cheese swirl).
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Bread:
- Slice and Serve: Once the bread has completely cooled, slice it into 8-10 pieces and serve. It’s delicious on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Baking Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10
- Calories: 220-250 kcal
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 4g