Best Lemon Zucchini Bread – Alrightwithme
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Best Lemon Zucchini Bread – Alrightwithme! This moist and tender loaf combines the refreshing essence of lemon with the subtle sweetness of shredded zucchini, creating a delicious treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its light, fluffy texture and zesty glaze, this bread is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Enjoy it plain, with toppings like cream cheese or fresh berries, or pair it with your favorite beverage. This recipe captures summer’s brightness in every slice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup canola oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, sugar, oil, buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while folding in the shredded zucchini until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking confectioners' sugar with lemon juice.
- Drizzle glaze over the bread once slightly cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg