Lemon Zucchini Bread
Lemon Zucchini Bread is a delightful, moist treat that brings together the fresh flavors of summer. This quick bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a light snack any time of day. The combination of grated zucchini and zesty lemon creates a unique flavor profile, while the added Greek yogurt ensures a tender crumb. Whether enjoyed plain or drizzled with a sweet lemon glaze, this recipe is both nutritious and satisfying. With its easy-to-follow instructions and common ingredients, you can whip up this vibrant loaf in no time, making it an ideal choice for sharing with friends and family during gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt (or applesauce)
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: ½ tsp lemon zest or ¼ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. Bake in your preheated oven for about 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
- While cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle your lemon glaze over the cooled bread, slice into pieces, and serve!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg