Air Fryer Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf

This Air Fryer Blueberry Cream Cheese Loaf is soft, moist, and bursting with juicy blueberries, featuring a rich cream cheese layer in the center. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

For the Loaf

• 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
• 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for coating the blueberries)

For the Cream Cheese Filling

• 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Glaze

• ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. Grease and line a small loaf pan (about 6 x 3 inches) that fits inside your air fryer basket.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla and sour cream.
6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
7. Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour and gently fold them into the batter.
8. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
9. Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter, then cover with the remaining batter.
10. Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil during the last 10–15 minutes.
11. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. If using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla and drizzle over the cooled loaf.

Tips

• Coat the blueberries in flour to help keep them from sinking.
• Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the loaf tender.
• Check for doneness a few minutes early, as air fryer models can vary.
• Let the loaf cool completely before slicing for neat slices.

Serving Suggestions

• Hot coffee or tea
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream
• Vanilla yogurt
• Honey or berry jam

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Wrap individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Total Time: 50–60 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: Approximately 310 calories per slice