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Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread

Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread: A Tasty Twist!


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 8–12 hours (including fermentation)
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious blend of sourdough bread with a creamy blueberry filling, perfect as a sweet treat or breakfast option.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup active sourdough starter (bubbly and fed)
  • 3 cups all-purpose or bread flour
  • ¼ cups water
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tbsp sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon zest
  • Egg wash or melted butter (for a golden crust, optional)
  • Almond slices or rolled oats (for crunch, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, flour, water, salt, and honey (if using) until combined.
  2. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, then perform stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2–3 hours.
  3. Cover and let bulk ferment overnight (8–12 hours) until doubled in size.
  4. In a small bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Toss blueberries with a little sugar or lemon zest in a separate bowl.
  6. Roll the fermented dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a border.
  8. Scatter blueberries on top.
  9. Roll the dough into a log or fold it to encase the filling.
  10. Place the shaped dough in a proofing basket or bowl lined with parchment paper.
  11. Cover and let rise for 2–4 hours until puffy.
  12. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven or baking stone inside.
  13. Score the dough with a sharp knife and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Make sure your sourdough starter is bubbly and active for the best results.
  • For a sweeter bread, adjust the amount of honey or sugar to your taste.
  • Egg wash or melted butter can be brushed on before baking for a shiny finish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread, Sourdough Bread, Blueberry Bread, Cream Cheese Bread