Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread with a refreshing lemon glaze. This recipe expertly combines the subtle sweetness of zucchini with the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or serve it at gatherings, this bread is sure to impress your family and friends. The addition of lemon glaze adds an irresistible finishing touch that elevates this quick bread to new heights. Easy to make and packed with nutrients, this lemon zucchini bread is a must-try for anyone looking to incorporate more delicious vegetables into their baking.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
2 large eggs
¼ cup lemon juice
2 cups grated zucchini
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons lemon juice or milk

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing and flouring it.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In another bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil or melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well blended.
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or spices such as ginger into your batter. Ensure that you squeeze excess moisture from grated zucchini to maintain optimal texture.