Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread
Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread is a delightful fusion of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries in a fluffy, creamy loaf. Perfect for breakfast or a luscious dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Active sourdough starter
- All-purpose flour
- Fresh blueberries
- Lemon zest
- Cream cheese
- Sea salt
- Filtered water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine active sourdough starter with water and stir well.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until combined.
- Cut cold cream cheese into small pieces and gently fold into the dough.
- Carefully incorporate fresh blueberries and lemon zest using a folding technique.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise at room temperature for about 4 hours or until doubled in size.
- Gently deflate the dough on a floured surface, shape it into a loaf, and place in a greased pan or proofing basket.
- Cover and let rise for another 1 to 1.5 hours until puffed up.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg