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MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL is the third book in the Beacon Bakeshop Mysteries by Darci Hannah. I think this series just gets better and better with each book and this newest release captivated me. Throw in a lighthouse bakery, a blueberry festival being derailed by pranksters, a mysterious Viking boat containing a dead Viking, and a bedazzled “unicorn” goat, named Clara… stir it up, and you’re left with an entertaining, laugh-out-loud escapade that has protagonist Lindsey Bakewell up to her eyeballs in shenanigans. With witty dialog, the humor highlights the characters’ personalities, both human and animal alike. I especially enjoyed Clara, along with Lindsey’s Newfoundland dog, Wellington. They both stole each scene they were featured in. Another bonus is the close, caring relationships the core characters have with each other. And now that Lindsey’s parents are living in town, there’s another avenue to getting to know her and her family even better.

Of course, this is a murder mystery, although it takes place much later in the book than typical cozy mystery fashion. However, it didn’t detract from my enjoyment of the story since there was so much going on to keep me entertained. Once the body is found and Lindsey begins investigating (after law enforcement states they’re not sure it’s murder or not), the plot kicks into high gear. There were enough suspects to keep me guessing and several twists that touched on an all too familiar heart wrenching reality for so many families. Ms. Hannah uses a sensitive touch with the inclusion in the story and with an ending I didn’t see coming, leaves the reader with thoughtful reflections.

Running a bakeshop plus being involved in the blueberry festival means there are SO many scrumptious mentions of food throughout the story. Luckily for the blueberry-loving reader, there are several recipes at the back of the book to try at home. I couldn’t wait to try the author’s recipe for Blueberry Lemon Bread with lemon glaze. I appreciated the author’s tip for keeping all the blueberries from sinking onto the bottom of the loaf pan when cooking. The lemon provides a refreshing contrast to the sweet bread and the plump juicy blueberries studded throughout keeps the bread tender and moist. This delectable bread is a summery treat for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert!

 

Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delectable tender and moist bread with plump juicy blueberries studded throughout and a sweet-tart lemony glaze. Recipe shared with permission granted by Darci Hannah, author of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL.

 

Amazon Synopsis

After a career on Wall Street, Lindsey is making a different kind of dough in a pretty lakeside village, and the upcoming blueberry festival—including the pie-eating contest her bakery is hosting—is the highlight of the summer. But soon Beacon Harbor runs into a patch of trouble.

A local real estate agent gets pranked. A parade float gets pelted with water balloons. It’s all laughed off until the stunts start escalating—and looking more like sabotage. As the event turns into a debacle complete with rampaging goats, Lindsey’s sweetheart, a former SEAL, starts investigating. But the juicy mystery takes a bitter turn when a man—dressed up as a Viking—is found dead in a boat, and it’s no longer mischief but murder . . .

 

 

 

 

 

A special thanks to Darci Hannah for providing a print copy of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL. Contest ends August 3, 2022 at 11:59 pm PST and is limited to U.S. residents only. Please use the Rafflecopter box located below to enter. The winner will be announced on this page and on Cinnamon & Sugar’s Facebook page, as well as notified by email (so check your spam folder!)

 

 

 

 

 

Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delectable tender and moist bread with plump juicy blueberries studded throughout and a sweet-tart lemony glaze. Recipe shared with permission granted by Darci Hannah, author of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL.

 

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Blueberry Lemon Bread

Makes one 9x5 loaf pan

Ingredients
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries, rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for blueberries)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for blueberries)
  • 1 tablespoon flour (for blueberries)
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), melted
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional, but it does add a nice punch!)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
For the glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (or more) lemon juice
Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Prepare 9x5 loaf pan by either greasing and flouring it, or lining it with parchment, whichever you prefer.

  2. Put blueberries in a small bowl and add 1 tablespoon of each lemon juice, sugar, and flour. Give a good toss and set aside.

  3. In medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

  4. In large mixing bowl, whisk sugar, and eggs until blended. Gradually whisk in melted butter, followed by the lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract.

  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix, alternating with the milk until well blended.

  6. Stir in half the blueberries to the batter and quickly pour into prepared loaf pan. Gently spread the rest of the blueberries on top of the batter (this will prevent them from sinking to the bottom) and place in the oven. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes or until done. Remove from the oven and cool for 30 minutes.

For the glaze:

  1. Whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, and lemon juice. Pour glaze over cooled loaf and let sit until the glaze is set. Enjoy!

 

Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delectable tender and moist bread with plump juicy blueberries studded throughout and a sweet-tart lemony glaze. Recipe shared with permission granted by Darci Hannah, author of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delectable tender and moist bread with plump juicy blueberries studded throughout and a sweet-tart lemony glaze. Recipe shared with permission granted by Darci Hannah, author of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Blueberry Lemon Bread is a delectable tender and moist bread with plump juicy blueberries studded throughout and a sweet-tart lemony glaze. Recipe shared with permission granted by Darci Hannah, author of MURDER AT THE BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL.

 

 

 

 

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74 thoughts on “Blueberry Lemon Bread”

  2. I have never been to a blueberry festival, but I do love them. My son used to eat frozen ones, could not keep enough in the house.

    • I still haven’t been to a blueberry festival either! I was trying to go while writing this book, but it was during the pandemic and all the festivals were on hold. Hopefully, I’ll get to one! And frozen blueberries are the best!

      • I’ve not attended a blueberry 🫐 festival, but would love too. I’ve gone to watermelon 🍉 and strawberry 🍓 festivals though. Yum 😋

  8. I have not attended a blueberry festival, but my grandchildren and I pick blueberries every year.

  9. I didn’t even know there was such a thing as a blueberry festival but it sure sounds like fun. Congratulations on the new book! Love the cover!

  10. The bread looks good! I’ve never attended a blueberry festival but it sounds like fun!

  11. I have never attended a blueberry festival but I think it would be fun. I love everything blueberry! And that blueberry lemon bread has of my most favorite flavors.

    • I’m so glad you love blueberries because there are plenty of them in this book! Oh, and you have to try that delicious blueberry lemon bread! It’s so good! Thank you for entering my giveaway!

  12. My granddaughter is 11. she loves blueberries. this is the perfect recipe for us to make together. thank you very much.

  15. All the little towns around here have their own summer festival (Bratwurst Days, Turkey Days, Oatmeal, Town and Country, etc) but none are Blueberries.

  16. No. I havent. I did attend a strawberry one, very fun! That recipe looks delicious! I LOVE bluberries! Book sounds like a great read! Darling cover!

  17. No not a blueberry one only a Apple one years ago, best apple cider I ever had and so many taste of apple pies, I think I gain 40 pounds from it. LOL
    Penney

  20. I have never been to a blueberry Festival, but I bet they are fun! Thank you for sharing the blueberry bread recipe, it looks delicious!

  22. I’ve recently acquired a taste for blueberries and I already love anything lemon, so I’ve saved the recipe. Book sounds interesting.

  23. No, I’ve never been to a blueberry festival. Sounds like it would be fun, though!

  27. Thank you for this post, Kim! I don’t know how you do it, but your blueberry lemon bread looks so much better than when I make it!! Delicious! So happy that you liked the book!

    • You’re very welcome, Darci! It’s always a pleasure hosting you on the blog and congratulations on your new release!

  28. Looks scrumptious, an no I have never been to a blueberry festival – at least, not yet. (Guess that’s rather shameful given that I live here in West Michigan among the blueberry bushes 😉 )

  30. No, I have never been to a Blueberry festival. I have been to a Lemon and Strawberry festival.

  32. No, I’ve never been to one. I have picked more than my fair share of blueberries though. One year I picked a bushel basket (yes measured them) in one day. Needless to say we and everyone we knew had blueberries that year. They were free and I just couldn’t turn them down and see them go to waste.

    Love the recipe and will be trying it soon for sure. Moved and don’t have as many blueberries now, but we still enjoy them from time to time.

  33. I have never attended a blueberry festival, but I would love to. Thank you for this chance!

  35. Thank you so much for sharing. No, I have never attended a Blueberry Festival. God bless you.

  36. I will try this a second time. Thank you so much for sharing. I have not attended a Blueberry Festival. God bless you.

  37. Maybe the third time is the charm. God bless you. Thank you so much for sharing. I have never attended a Blueberry Festival.

  39. The recipe sounds amazing. I enjoy eating blueberries fresh. I have never attended a festival. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless you.

  40. For the sixth time. I love to eat fresh blueberries. I have never been to a festival. Thank you so much for sharing.

  41. By being disabled, I do not get out to go to festivals. The recipe sounds divine. Thank you for sharing. I love to eat fresh blueberries.

  45. I’ve never been to a Blueberry Festival, I actually don’t know of any around my area.

  47. I’ve never lived in an area with blueberry festivals but they are one of my favorite fruits. I’d love to go to one of the festivals.

  48. I have never been to a blueberry festival but have picked many quarts of blueberries, have grown them (or tried to!), and have made lots of blueberry buckle and breads! Will definitely give this recipe a try.

  51. I’ve never been to a blueberry festival, but I think it would be fun to attend one! This recipe looks delicious. And thank you for the giveaway! 🙂

  53. I have never attended a blueberry festival. I am going to make that lemon blueberry bread!

  54. I have never been to a blueberry festival. The recipe sounds yummy! Thanks for the chance!

  55. When I lived in Indiana every year over the Labor Day weekend they have a Blueberry Festival and I went a couple of times it was slot of fun. Thanks for your generosity.

  58. Blueberries aren’t big in our area (or it seems to me).
    I’ve never been to a blueberry festival. thanks for
    the recipe. txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

  60. No I haven’t Apple festival though. Sounds interesting with blueberries. Thank you for the chance

  64. I’ve never been to a blueberry festival, but I sure love them in anything~especially a mystery! 😉😉

  65. I never heard of a blueberry festival and never been to one lol. I love blueberries through 🙂

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