Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread

Recipe Ingredients

Here's a closer look at the star ingredients that make our Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread truly shine.

Betty Crocker™ Wild Blueberry Muffin & Quick Bread Mix: This exceptional mix serves as the foundation for our loaf, guaranteeing a consistently tender texture and infusing every bite with wild blueberry flavor. It's your shortcut to homemade perfection.

Melted Butter: A crucial element for richness, melted butter weaves a comforting depth of flavor throughout the bread and is key to achieving its wonderfully moist, almost velvety crumb that simply melts in your mouth.

Lemon Zest: This vibrant addition is a true flavor enhancer, providing an aromatic burst of bright, tangy citrus that beautifully awakens the blueberries and elevates the entire taste experience of the bread.

Powdered Sugar: The secret to our luscious glaze, this finely milled sugar dissolves seamlessly to create a smooth, sweet, and delicate finish that perfectly harmonizes with the lemon's zest.

Other Ingredients You'll Need: Water, eggs, and lemon juice.

How to Make Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread

Here are our favorite tips for making the best Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread. Follow the recipe below for all the specifics.

1. Prepare for Baking 

Heat your oven and grease your loaf pan; this simple step ensures your beautiful bread will release easily. Don't forget to drain and rinse your blueberries—this helps them stay perfectly suspended throughout the loaf.

2. Mix the Batter 

Combine the Betty Crocker™ mix with your wet ingredients and that vibrant lemon zest. Stir just until everything is blended; a slightly lumpy batter is your visual cue that you're on track for a tender crumb. Gently fold in the blueberries, then pour into your prepared pan.

3. Bake to Golden Perfection 

Look for a deep golden-brown top and a clean toothpick test to confirm it's perfectly cooked through. Allow it to cool briefly in the pan, then completely on a rack—patience here ensures the best texture and a perfect canvas for glazing.

4. Glaze and Enjoy 

Finally, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice for a smooth, spreadable glaze. Adjust with a touch more lemon juice if needed, then drizzle generously over your cooled loaf for that bright, zesty finish.

How to Store (and Reheat) Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread

For the best flavor and texture, it's best to enjoy this Lemon-Blueberry Muffin Bread fresh. If you find yourself with leftovers, though, here's how to store and reheat them.

Room Temperature

Store loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Freezer 

For longer enjoyment, wrap individual slices or the entire loaf tightly in plastic wrap, then again in aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Reheating 

To warm up a slice, place it in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on medium-high (70%) for about 30-60 seconds, or until warm in the center. Alternatively, you can gently warm slices in a toaster oven.