Lemon Zucchini Bread
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful blend of tangy citrus and moist texture that makes for the perfect treat any time of day. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms summer’s abundant zucchini into a sweet loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The refreshing lemon flavor brightens every bite, while the addition of fresh zucchini adds moisture and nutritional benefits. Whether enjoyed plain, spread with cream cheese, or drizzled with glaze, this bread is sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon table salt or fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare mini or large loaf pans with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in sugar, oil, buttermilk, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing. Fold in shredded zucchini gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled loaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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