Blueberry Sourdough Quick Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 1 cup white sugar
02 - ½ cup vegetable oil (or substitute with melted butter)
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
05 - 2½ teaspoons baking powder
06 - ¾ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ cup milk
08 - ¾ cup sourdough starter (unfed is fine)
09 - 1¾ cups fresh blueberries
10 - Zest of 1 lemon (optional but highly recommended)
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

→ Glaze

12 - 1 cup powdered sugar
13 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
14 - ½ teaspoon lemon zest
15 - 1 tablespoon milk (adjust as needed for consistency)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
02 - Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
03 - In another bowl, beat the sugar, oil (or melted butter), and eggs until smooth.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Stir in the sourdough starter until fully incorporated.
05 - Gently fold in the blueberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice (if using). Be careful not to overmix.
06 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, rotating halfway through, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
07 - While bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and milk in a small bowl. Adjust consistency as needed.
08 - Once bread is fully cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top. Allow glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

# Notes:

01 - Unfed sourdough starter works perfectly
02 - For frozen blueberries, use without thawing and toss with a tablespoon of flour
03 - The lemon zest enhances the flavor significantly
04 - Can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days