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Roasted Blueberry Pull-Apart Loaf

Irresistibly Soft Roasted Blueberry Pull-Apart Loaf Recipe

This Roasted Blueberry Pull-Apart Loaf is fluffy, fruity, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened) Use margarine for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup warm water Warm water helps activate the yeast.
  • ½ cup whole milk Any plant-based milk can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Almond extract can be a fun substitute.
  • 1 large egg ¼ cup of applesauce or flax egg can be used for vegan.
Filling
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Other berries or stone fruits can be swapped.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Lime zest can be used as a substitute.
Glaze
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Adjust with milk for consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze) Water can serve as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Prepare Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and kosher salt.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter, then mix in warm water and whole milk; allow it to cool slightly before adding pure vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually incorporate this liquid mixture into the dry ingredients along with a large egg.
  4. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
First Rise
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning it to coat lightly with oil.
  2. Cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm area for about 30-45 minutes, until doubled in size.
Chill Dough
  1. Gently punch down the risen dough to release air.
  2. Flatten it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Prepare Blueberries
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a baking dish, toss fresh blueberries with sugar, softened butter, and lemon zest.
  3. Roast for 10-15 minutes until the blueberries burst and become syrupy.
Shape Loaf
  1. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out into a rectangle approximately ½-inch thick.
  2. Spread the roasted blueberries evenly over the surface.
  3. Cut the dough into strips, stack them, and slice into rectangular pieces.
Second Rise
  1. Grease a loaf pan and layer the stacked dough pieces inside, arranging vertically.
  2. Cover with a towel and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes.
Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C.)
  2. Bake the loaf covered with foil for the last 15 minutes, for a total of about 40 minutes.
Cool and Glaze
  1. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes after baking.
  2. Mix confectioners’ sugar with milk to create a smooth glaze and drizzle over the warm loaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerating dough overnight enhances flavor. Serve fresh glaze immediately for best results.

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