Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful treat that brings together the refreshing zing of lemon and the subtle earthiness of zucchini. Each slice offers a moist, tender crumb, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This easy-to-follow recipe will fill your home with mouthwatering aromas and leave you craving more. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted with a bit of butter for an irresistible flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini (grated)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, oil, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg