Description
Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful and refreshing treat that perfectly combines the moistness of zucchini with a bright citrus flavor. This easy-to-make loaf is an excellent way to utilize summer zucchini, making it ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Each slice is bursting with zesty lemon notes and has a wonderfully moist texture that will leave your taste buds craving more. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own, this recipe offers the versatility you need for any occasion. You can also customize it with nuts or seeds for an extra crunch!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (excess moisture removed)
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until fluffy; add oil, lemon juice, zest, shredded zucchini, and yogurt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently using a spatula until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan 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 (65g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 23mg