Description
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for any occasion. This moist loaf, enriched with fresh zucchini and zesty lemon, brings a burst of sunshine to your table. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat or an afternoon snack, every slice offers a refreshing taste that will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Grate zucchini and let it drain to avoid excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and eggs until smooth; add oil and lemon zest/juice.
- Fold in drained zucchini into the wet mixture, then combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and 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 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg