Description
This Easy Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread blends the juicy burst of fresh blueberries with the creamy richness of plant-based cream cheese in a moist and fluffy loaf. Enhanced by a natural gelling agent for perfect texture, it is a delightful treat suitable for breakfast, snacks, or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Filling
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, combine plant-based cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract (natural), and a pinch of natural gelling agent until smooth and creamy. Set aside while you prepare the batter.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, natural gelling agent, and salt. This mixture forms the base for your soft bread structure.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk plant-based milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
- Bring Batter Together: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and fluffy.
- Add Blueberries: Carefully fold fresh blueberries into the batter to ensure they stay whole and distribute evenly.
- Assemble the Bread: Pour half of the batter into a greased loaf pan. Spoon the cream cheese filling over the batter in even dollops, then pour the remaining batter on top, gently spreading to cover the cream cheese layer.
- Bake & Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for the best texture.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese and plant-based milk are at room temperature for smooth mixing and even texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense bread; mix only until combined.
- Use fresh, plump blueberries to avoid excess moisture that can weaken the bread structure.
- Grease the pan well with oil or plant-based butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Allow the bread to cool fully before slicing to avoid crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry bread, cream cheese bread, plant-based bread, blueberry cream cheese, vegan bread, breakfast bread