Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread
If you’re searching for a delightful treat that captures the essence of spring, look no further than this Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread Recipe. This vibrant loaf is a harmonious blend of tangy sourdough, juicy blueberries, and zesty lemon, making it perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, a snack, or dessert. The aroma wafting through your kitchen as it bakes will have everyone eagerly waiting for that first slice. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or as part of a brunch spread, this easy-to-make bread will impress family and friends alike. Embrace the joy of baking with this refreshing recipe!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 50g active sourdough starter
- 350g water
- 500g bread flour
- 11g salt
- 150g fresh blueberries
- Zest of a lemon
- 113g butter, room temperature
- 75g fresh blueberries, mashed
- 45g honey
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix active sourdough starter and water until combined. Add bread flour and salt; stir until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in fresh blueberries and lemon zest to incorporate flavor and create fruity pockets within the dough.
- Cover and let the dough rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours until it increases in size by at least 50%.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape into a loaf, place in a prepared pan, cover again, and let it rest for another hour or two before baking.
- Preheat the oven and bake the loaf for about 45 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 246mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg