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Lemon Zucchini Bread

A deliciously moist and tangy bread made with zucchini and topped with a sweet lemon glaze, perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 205
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini Shred finely and dry with a paper towel.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour Optional for a healthier version.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Zest directly over the mixing bowl for maximum flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Or bottled lemon juice in a pinch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, and eggs until well combined.
  3. Stir in the shredded zucchini, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined - do not overmix.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread before slicing.

Notes

This bread freezes well, double-wrap it and thaw on the counter. You can add blueberries or chopped walnuts for extra flavor. The glaze can be skipped, but it's highly recommended for maximum flavor.