Weight Watchers Blueberry Lemon Bread
Ingredients:
- Bread:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or use whole wheat flour for fewer points)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for lower points, use light butter or a butter substitute)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (use a sugar substitute if preferred)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp fresh grated lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup milk (use non-fat or almond milk for fewer points)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (fresh preferred)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for tossing with blueberries)
- Lemon Glaze:
- 2 tbsp melted butter (use light butter or a butter substitute)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (use a sugar substitute if preferred)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Bread Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Add the milk to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with 1 tbsp of flour (to prevent them from sinking) and gently fold them into the batter.
- Bake the Bread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve the Blueberry Lemon Bread once the glaze has set.
Tips:
- Butter Substitute: Use light butter or a butter substitute to reduce points.
- Sugar Substitute: Consider using a sugar substitute to lower the sugar content.
- Flour: Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour for additional fiber.
- Milk: Use non-fat or almond milk to reduce the calorie count.
Benefits:
- Fruit and Citrus: Blueberries provide antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, while lemon adds vitamin C.
- Lower Points: Substituting light butter and sugar alternatives helps reduce the points per serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 12 servings):**
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Protein: ~4g
- Fat: ~7g
- Carbohydrates: ~27g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Weight Watchers Points: ~5-6 points per serving (depending on your specific plan and substitutions)
This Weight Watchers-friendly Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delightful and lighter alternative to traditional recipes, perfect for a satisfying treat without compromising your points. Enjoy the refreshing flavors of lemon and blueberries with a touch of glaze!
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