Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat or all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon whole wheat or all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries)
Topping and Swirl Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons blueberry jam
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350° F (175° C). Line a 9×5 inch bread pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined. This creates the moist base for the bread.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Gently mix until the batter is smooth without overmixing to maintain the bread's light texture.
- Prepare Blueberries: Toss the fresh or frozen blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the bread during baking. Fold the blueberries gently into the batter.
- Assemble Bread Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bread pan. Optionally, sprinkle the surface with granulated sugar for a touch of extra sweetness and slight crunch.
- Add Blueberry Jam Swirl: Spoon dollops of blueberry jam over the batter and use a knife or skewer to swirl it throughout, creating a marbled effect with juicy bursts of flavor.
- Prepare Crunchy Topping: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, dark brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Mix until crumbly. Scatter the topping evenly over the surface of the batter to add texture and a sweet spice note.
- Bake the Bread: Place the bread pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Once cooled, slice and serve, optionally spreading with butter and a sprinkle of flaked sea salt for an extra savory touch.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries interchangeably; if using frozen, do not thaw before adding to the batter to prevent color bleeding.
- Whole wheat flour adds a nuttier flavor and extra fiber; substituting with all-purpose flour will result in a lighter texture.
- The cinnamon sugar topping is optional but highly recommended for added crunch and flavor contrast.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven's temperature accuracy; check doneness starting at 55 minutes.
- Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian