Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf

Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is soft, buttery, and packed with juicy berries, with a rich ribbon of sweet cream cheese running through the center. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer

In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

5. Add Eggs and Vanilla

Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Combine Wet and Dry

Add the flour mixture in batches, alternating with the milk. Mix gently just until combined — do not overmix.

7. Fold in the Blueberries

Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour (this helps prevent sinking), then gently fold them into the batter.

8. Assemble the Loaf

Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top. Add the remaining batter.

9. Swirl

Use a knife to gently swirl the cream cheese layer into the batter for a marbled effect.

10. Bake

Bake for 55–65 minutes. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil. The loaf is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a little cream cheese is okay).

11. Cool and Serve

Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Conclusion

Every slice of this Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is tender, fruity, and perfectly balanced with a creamy swirl. It’s the kind of homemade bake that feels special but is easy enough to make anytime. Perfect for sharing — or keeping all to yourself!