Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful blend of moist zucchini and zesty lemon, creating a sweet treat that is both refreshing and comforting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this easy-to-make bread will have everyone coming back for more. With its inviting aroma and fluffy texture, it’s not just a recipe; it’s a slice of sunshine that brightens any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 1 cup grated)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and zest until combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; gently fold in the grated zucchini.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg