Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf fills the kitchen with a soft vanilla aroma and bursts of berries as it bakes. I started making loaves like this after long office days, when I wanted something comforting without extra steps. The cream cheese layer stays smooth, the blueberries stay bright, and every slice feels familiar and warm.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft, tender crumb
• Creamy center layer
• Bright blueberry flavor
• Slices cleanly
• Works for breakfast or dessert

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep: 20 minutes
• Cook: 55 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

Loaf Batter

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup blueberries

Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 large egg

Swap: Use frozen blueberries without thawing.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and egg until smooth. Set aside.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Beat butter and sugar until light. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla.
4. Stir dry ingredients into batter. Fold in blueberries.
5. Pour half the batter into a lined loaf pan. Add cream cheese layer.
6. Top with remaining batter.
7. Bake at 350°F for 50–55 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve plain or lightly dusted
• Pair with coffee or tea
• Add fresh berries on the side

Quick Tips or Variations

• Toss blueberries with flour to help suspension
• Add lemon zest to the batter
• Chill fully before slicing

FAQs

What is blueberry cream cheese loaf made of?

Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf uses vanilla batter, a cream cheese layer, and fresh or frozen blueberries.

Can I use fresh or frozen blueberries in a blueberry cream cheese loaf?

Both work well. Add frozen berries straight from the freezer.

How do you keep blueberries from sinking in a cream cheese loaf?

Coat the berries lightly in flour before folding them in.

How should blueberry cream cheese loaf be stored?

Store covered in the fridge for up to four days.

Conclusion

Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf brings soft texture, creamy contrast, and bright fruit into one reliable bake. It suits quiet mornings and shared tables alike.

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