Best Lemon Zucchini Bread – Alrightwithme
Delight in the irresistible flavors of this Best Lemon Zucchini Bread – Alrightwithme! This moist, tender loaf combines the freshness of lemon with the subtle sweetness of shredded zucchini, creating a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Grated zest from 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar together before adding in oil and buttermilk.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, lemon zest, and lemon juice until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg