Blueberry-Citrus Mini Loaves Recipe

By sandiB2010

Moist and packed with flavor, these healthful treats hit the spot. With subtle orange and blueberry flavor and hearty whole wheat flour, this bread recipe offers a delectable way to get your family going in the morning! —Heidi Lindsey, Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, salt and baking soda. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, orange juice, oil and orange peel. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in blueberries and pecans.
Transfer to two 5-3/4-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Yield: 2 loaves (6 slices each).