Description
Lemon Glaze Zucchini Bread is a moist and tangy treat that combines the freshness of zucchini with a zesty lemon glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, sugar, and oil.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the lemon zest.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Glaze Zucchini Bread, Zucchini Bread, Lemon Bread, Moist Bread, Quick Bread