Lemon Zucchini Bread: Easy, Moist Recipe for Homemade Goodness
A delicious recipe for homemade lemon zucchini bread that is easy to make and incredibly moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini with sugar and oil.
- Add the eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Serve with a drizzle of lemon glaze for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg