Description
Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread with Lemon Glaze is a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and tender zucchini, creating a treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This recipe is not just flavorful; it’s incredibly moist thanks to the grated zucchini, which keeps every slice soft and delectable. The star of the show is the sweet lemon glaze that adds a bright finish to each bite, making this bread irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, attending a potluck, or simply treating yourself, this versatile loaf is sure to impress everyone around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan (9×5 inch).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine granulated sugar, oil or melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice or milk for the glaze; drizzle over cooled bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (68g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg