Description
Discover the delightful taste of lemon zucchini bread with this versatile recipe—a perfect balance of flavor and nourishment. Ideal for those seeking Healthy Zucchini Recipes Desserts, it falls under the category of Different Zucchini Bread Recipes, offering a sweet indulgence while exploring Desserts Using Zucchini. Embrace the essence of Bake With Zucchini and create cherished memories with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Oil
- 1/2 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Zest
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded Grated Zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, and Salt.
- In another bowl, beat the Large Eggs and gradually mix in the Granulated Sugar and oil until smooth. Stir in the Buttermilk, Fresh Lemon Zest, and Fresh Lemon Juice.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated. Fold in the shredded zucchini.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, drizzle with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- To ensure even baking, make sure your loaf pan is the correct size for the batter quantity.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense bread.
- If you like a crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 155 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Lemon Zucchini Bread, healthy desserts, homemade zucchini bread, easy baking recipes