Description
Bright, moist, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this Easy Lemon Zucchini Bread is the perfect way to use up summer zucchinis. With a tender crumb, a hint of citrus zest, and a subtle sweetness, it’s an irresistible quick bread that’s great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Simple to prepare and wonderfully fragrant, this loaf will become your go-to whenever you want a fresh twist on classic zucchini bread.
Ingredients
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2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
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2 large eggs
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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eheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
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In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in grated zucchini.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For extra lemon flavor, drizzle a simple lemon glaze (powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice) over the cooled loaf.
Be sure to squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini if very watery for a firmer crumb.
You can add ½ cup chopped nuts or blueberries for extra texture and flavor.
Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lemon zucchini bread, easy quick bread, zucchini recipes, lemon bread, moist zucchini bread