Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful and moist treat that combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. This easy-to-make recipe will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Each slice offers a balanced flavor profile and is a fantastic way to use up garden zucchinis. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with a cup of coffee for an irresistible experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon juice, and zest until fluffy.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mix until just combined; then gently stir in the shredded zucchini.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for ten minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg