Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread: A Delicious Anytime Treat
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread is a quick and simple recipe that comes together in no time! Moist and flavor-packed with juicy, plump, fresh blueberries throughout, this easy Blueberry Bread pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or as an anytime snack. Below, you’ll find a detailed guide on how to make this delectable bread, tips for ensuring the perfect bake, and storage instructions.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread is a delightful treat that combines the richness of cream cheese with the tart sweetness of blueberries. This recipe is not only simple but also versatile, making it perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
Blueberry Quick Bread
Years ago, when my family lived up in Seattle, we would all go to the local pick farm and pick fresh strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries. In fact, it became a yearly tradition the kids eagerly looked forward to. They likely ate more berries than they picked, but one of our favorite ways to use up some fresh blueberries was to make our family favorite blueberry bread.
Not only was the bread incredibly simple to prepare, but it was pretty darn fail-proof, and the kids loved helping make it! Over the years, I played around with the recipe a bit to see what fun variations I could come up with. Some were complete fails, whereas others were huge successes. Our go-to blueberry bread recipe eventually evolved into this cream cheese version. Although you can’t go wrong with either recipe, this cream cheese version from the oven or warmed up with a bit of butter on top is perfect to enjoy anytime! Pair it with your morning coffee as a breakfast treat or have a cold glass of milk and a slice for a snack.
Ingredients Needed
Wet Ingredients
- Butter: Use unsalted butter as you will be adding salt to the recipe. Allow it to soften a bit so it’s easier to cream together.
- Cream Cheese: Plain cream cheese, softened.
- Sugar: Adds the right amount of sweetness to this recipe.
- Vanilla Extract: Don’t skip this as it adds such great flavor.
- Eggs
Dry Ingredients
- Flour: All-purpose flour.
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Blueberries: Fresh is best; toss with about 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent the berries from sinking as the bread bakes.
How to Make Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9×5 loaf pans or 5-6 mini loaf pans.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar. Once combined, add the vanilla and eggs. Slowly pour in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Carefully fold in the blueberries. Once all is combined, spread the batter evenly into the greased loaf pans.
- Bake: Place the pans into the oven and bake for about 50 minutes. Remove from the oven when a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
Tips for the Ultimate Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread
- Fresh Baking Powder: Ensure your baking powder is fresh. Old baking powder can cause the bread to fall flat.
- Toss Blueberries with Flour: This prevents the berries from falling to the bottom of your bread.
- Fold Berries in Carefully: If using an electric mixer to combine ingredients, switch to a wooden spoon or spatula to fold the berries in. This prevents breaking the berries open and having purple batter.
- Versatility: This recipe is perfect for full-size loaves, mini loaves, and even muffins. Adjust the cook time depending on which pan you use.
Storage Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store in a Ziploc bag or airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Place bread in an airtight container for up to 7 days. You can warm it up in the microwave for a few seconds before enjoying it or eat the slice chilled.
- Freezer: Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
By following these steps and tips, you’ll have a delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread ready to enjoy anytime. This recipe not only showcases my family’s tradition but also incorporates tried-and-true methods to ensure your bread is always perfect. Enjoy baking and savor every bite of this delightful treat!