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Sliced blueberry cream cheese bread on a wooden table, showcasing its moist texture.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread

This delightful Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread combines fluffy, moist bread with sweet blueberries and rich cream cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Bread Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries, rinsed and dried thoroughly
Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Crumble Topping (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for the crumble topping.
  5. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and refrigerate until ready to use.
Make the Batter
  1. In another medium bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well combined before adding the next.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract, and then gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with sour cream.
  5. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth evenly.
  2. Spoon half of the cream cheese mixture over the batter and swirl with a knife.
  3. Pour the remaining batter over and repeat the cream cheese swirl on top.
  4. If using, sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the batter.
  5. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This bread can be enjoyed for several days. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to maintain moisture. For longer storage, freeze sliced bread and reheat as needed.