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If you like blueberry muffins and have a bread machine, you should try Blueberry Muffin Bread. I used to buy Sara Lee's Blueberry Crumble Bread, but this recipe gives it a run for its money.
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| Only 1 tsp. of yeast is needed. |
Blueberry Muffin Bread
3/4 cup milk (between 77-85 degrees F)
1 egg*
3 tbsp. water (between 77-85 degrees F)
2 tbsp. butter (cut in pieces, room temperature)
3 tbsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/3 cup dried blueberries**
3 cups bread flour
1 tsp. active dry yeast or bread machine yeast
1. Measure all ingredients (even blueberries) into baking pan in the
order recommended by the manufacturer. Insert pan into the bread
machine.
2. Select Basic or White Bread Cycle, 1.5-pound setting, and medium crust setting.
3. Remove immediately from baking pan when done and let cool 15 minutes before slicing.
2. Select Basic or White Bread Cycle, 1.5-pound setting, and medium crust setting.
3. Remove immediately from baking pan when done and let cool 15 minutes before slicing.
*Your egg should be room temperature. A safe way to achieve this is to place the egg in a cup of hot water for 5 minutes.
**Look for dried blueberries that are fresh and soft, because you want the blueberries to break up during mixing. The best I've found is the Mariani brand available at Wal-Mart.
Note: This makes great toast. After the first day or two, I slice the rest of the loaf and lay the slices side-by-side on baking sheets. I freeze the slices (don't even have to bother covering), and when they're frozen, I put them in freezer Ziploc bags. Then I just pull out a piece now and then and pop it in the toaster...no thawing needed. I do have to run it through a couple of toasting cycles, but it tastes like I just made it.
**Look for dried blueberries that are fresh and soft, because you want the blueberries to break up during mixing. The best I've found is the Mariani brand available at Wal-Mart.
Note: This makes great toast. After the first day or two, I slice the rest of the loaf and lay the slices side-by-side on baking sheets. I freeze the slices (don't even have to bother covering), and when they're frozen, I put them in freezer Ziploc bags. Then I just pull out a piece now and then and pop it in the toaster...no thawing needed. I do have to run it through a couple of toasting cycles, but it tastes like I just made it.
Would frozen blueberries work?
ReplyDeleteNo. They turn to mush throughout the bread. Must be dehydrated.
DeleteI have never tried it, but if you do, please let me know how it turns out! :)
ReplyDeleteHow did it turn out with frozen?
ReplyDeleteI made it with frozen! Came out amazing. I just omitted the water in the recipe because frozen blueberries have enough water in them. I used 2/3 cup of frozen blueberries
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful to know! Thank you so much for commenting!
DeleteI made it with fresh blueberries that I had frozen and it was scrumptious. I left the water in and it wasn’t sticky or wet at all. I’m guessing climate has something to do with the process.
DeleteWill fresh blueberries work?
ReplyDeleteI have never tried it, but if you do, please let me know how it turns out! :)
DeleteI used 2/3 c.fresh blueberries.They were small amd beginning to dry due to the hot weather here. I left out the water and had to add maybe 3 TBs. more flour as it was mixing. It turned out great. I cannot stop eating it.
DeleteGreat to know! Thank you for commenting!
DeleteI used 2/3 cup fresh blueberries and processed on "dough" cycle. Baked it in the oven 350 for approx 40 min. Was yummy
DeleteI followed the exact recipe but with 2/3 cup frozen blueberries, AND did not put the egg (i forgot haha) it came out perfect!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thanks for commenting!
DeleteAwesome im allergic go eggs
DeleteI only have instant yeast, which requires temperatures between 120-130. Does it matter? Can I use that instead of the active dry yeast? Thanks. Can't wait to try this!!
ReplyDeleteYes! Instant yeast is very similar to bread machine yeast, which is an option instead of the active dry yeast.
DeleteOMGOSH! It’s huge! I guess I only have a 1# pan. Do you know how to modify this for a smaller loaf?? Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI've never made a smaller loaf, but please let me know if you do.
DeleteI will. I think it's just going to be a matter of adjusting the flour and water measurements and I will use my manual recipes as a guide.
Deletecan you make this without a bread machine ?
ReplyDeleteI have always made it in a bread machine, but if you try making it without, please let us know how it turns out.
DeleteHow long do you cook it for in the bread machine?
ReplyDeleteEach machine has its own time assigned to the different settings. So if you set your settings according to Step 2, you will be good to go, Enjoy!
DeleteNo bread machine. Can I bake in oven instead?
ReplyDeleteYes my mom mixes in machine then places in a greased load pan and bakes it that way.
DeleteI mix all my bread in machine. It stays nice and warm for optimal rising. Then I take it out and bake in the oven. I’ve never liked bread machine bread.
DeleteI have always made it in a bread machine, but if you try making it without, please let us know how it turns out.
ReplyDeleteI make my bread with thé bread machine on level nine for dough after put it in the pan in à warm place for an hour,stick it un the over 350. About 20 to 25 depending on your oven.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful recipe.
Has anyone made this into a 2 pound loaf? What did you need to change?
ReplyDeleteI used a 2 lb machine last night. It turned out perfectly. Didn’t change anything but would probably lighten crust to lightest next time I make it.
DeleteI will be trying this with dried cherries next month,as I'm having surgery. Unless my granddaughter decides to try it while being my caregiver.
ReplyDeleteTried this recipe with 2/3 cup of fresh blueberries and omitted the 3 tbsp of water. It was a huge loaf, perfect for breakfast!
ReplyDeleteWonder how it will taste without the nutmeg… I don’t have any
ReplyDeleteI have just found your recipe and can’t believe that it’s so yummy! The Breadmaker that I have was my Mum’s and has been sitting in storage for many years. It works so well and I can’t wait to try other recipes to wow the family with! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this bread! So does my family! We made countless loaf so far within a few months:). I use frozen blueberries and skip the water. It turns out great every single time! And I love when I click your recipe I don't need to scroll down ten pages till I can see the recipe! Thank u so much!
ReplyDeleteJust found this recipe so haven't tried it but I think leftovers would make amazing bread pudding
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