Description
This Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough is a soft, tangy, and slightly sweet bread made with an active sourdough starter. It features a luscious cream cheese filling, juicy blueberries, and a hint of lemon zest, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup (240 g) active sourdough starter
- ½ cup (120 ml) warm milk
- ¼ cup (50 g) sugar
- 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
For the Filling:
- 4 oz (120 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (75 g) fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, flour, salt, and lemon zest until a dough forms.
- Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Add the softened butter and knead until fully incorporated.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let rise at room temperature for 8–12 hours (overnight) until doubled.
2. Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Shape the Loaf
- Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle blueberries on top.
- Roll the dough tightly from the shorter side into a log.
- Place in a greased loaf pan, seam-side down.
- Cover and let rise for 1–2 hours until puffy.
4. Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Starter Readiness: Make sure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for the best rise.
- Blueberries: If using frozen, do not thaw before adding to prevent excess moisture.
- Storing: Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Wrap and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before serving.
- Serving Tip: Toast a slice and spread with butter for an extra indulgent treat
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 10 slices)
- Calories: Approximately 210 per slice