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Lemon Zucchini Bread

Delicious Lemon Zucchini Bread for Bright Summer Days

This moist Lemon Zucchini Bread combines fresh zucchini with bright lemon for a delightful summer treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 medium Zucchini Shred without peeling
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs as a vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Melted coconut oil is a good alternative
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can replace with Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Always use fresh for best results
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest From fresh lemons
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice For tangy finish

Equipment

  • Mini Loaf Pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • rubber spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease mini loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add sugar, oil, buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Stir in the shredded zucchini.
  5. Pour batter into pans and bake for 30-34 minutes for mini loaves or 45-50 minutes for a large loaf.
  6. Once baked, cool in pans for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and glazing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to squeeze excess moisture from zucchini. Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing.

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