Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a deliciously moist and tangy treat that showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon and tender zucchini. This delightful loaf is perfect for any occasion—whether enjoyed as a sweet breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a charming addition to your brunch table. With a simple list of ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up this refreshing bread in no time. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up surplus garden zucchini while impressing friends and family with its light and zesty flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup canola oil
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare mini loaf pans or one large loaf pan by greasing them.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with sugar, oil, buttermilk, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Fold the shredded zucchini into the wet mixture.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating walnuts or pecans into the batter. Ensure your zucchini is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the bread.