Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans with butter or non-stick spray. This bread batter is thick, so greasing well is key!
- Cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract for a touch of sweetness and then mix in the eggs one at a time to ensure even incorporation.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mix, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to ensure the final bread stays light and tender.
- Toss your fresh blueberries in a tablespoon of flour to keep them from sinking. Gently fold them into the batter using a spatula. This step ensures the blueberries are spread evenly throughout the loaf. 🫐
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake at 350°F for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool slightly before removing it from the pans.
- Slice and serve warm with a pat of butter. Alternatively, enjoy the bread chilled with a drizzle of honey. Either way, it will disappear quickly!
Notes
Use Fresh Baking Powder: Always check the freshness of your baking powder. Old powder can cause your bread to sink in the middle.
Fold Gently: Use a gentle hand when folding in the blueberries to avoid crushing them and turning your batter purple.
Keep Ingredients at Room Temp: Ensuring butter, cream cheese, and eggs are room temperature makes for a smoother batter.
