– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup milk
– 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
Follow these simple steps to create your delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread:
1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
5. Add Cream Cheese: Blend in the softened cream cheese, ensuring it’s fully incorporated into the mixture.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until just combined.
7. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the blueberries into the batter, taking care not to overmix.
8. Pour the Batter: Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top for even baking.
9. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
These steps will guide you in effortlessly preparing a delicious loaf of Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread, perfect for any occasion.