Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread with a sweet lemon glaze that elevates this classic treat. This recipe combines the freshness of zucchini and the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a moist and tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a satisfying snack any time of day. The secret to its amazing flavor lies in the addition of a luscious lemon glaze, making it a standout choice for gatherings or simply enjoying at home. With easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll have a deliciously fragrant bread that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice or milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil or melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in grated zucchini.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over cooled bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg