Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread
Lemon blueberry sourdough bread offers a delightful balance of tart lemon and sweet blueberries, creating a vibrant twist on traditional sourdough. With its golden crust and fluffy interior, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a standout addition to your brunch table. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it will surely impress family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 1 cup warm water
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup room temperature water (if needed)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the sourdough starter and warm water in a large bowl until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour while stirring with a wooden spoon until no dry flour remains.
- Gently fold in the blueberries and lemon zest using a spatula.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 4-6 hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, shape it into a round loaf, and transfer it to parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg