Description
This Glazed Lemon Zucchini Bread shines with its vibrant flavor and moist texture. Made with fresh zucchini, a dash of lemon, and a sweet glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Quick to prepare and delightful to eat, it’s an easy homemade treat for anyone looking for a flavorful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup sugar
- zest from 1 large lemon
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 cup zucchini, grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a bread pan with non-stick spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest, then add eggs, oil, and lemon juice, whisking until blended.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini gently.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared bread pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
Make sure to use freshly grated zucchini for the best texture and moisture.
You can store the bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg