Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and moist zucchini, creating a scrumptious loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a tender, flavorful bread that will fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma. Whether served at brunch, as an afternoon snack, or as a dessert, this quick bread is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the bright flavors of summer all year round with every slice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated zucchini until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg