Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful blend of zesty lemon and moist zucchini, creating a refreshing loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack. This easy-to-make recipe yields a tender, flavorful bread that balances sweetness and tang in every slice. With its inviting aroma and vibrant taste, this quick bread is sure to become a favorite for both novice bakers and seasoned pros.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup grated)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, lemon zest, and grated zucchini until well combined.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes 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 (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg