Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread with Bright Glaze (Print Version)

Bake up a moist Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread! This easy recipe combines fresh zucchini and bright lemon for a delightful, comforting treat.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 55 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
03 - 1 tsp baking soda
04 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
11 - Zest of 2 large lemons
12 - 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice

→ Key Fresh Ingredient

13 - 2 cups (about 2 medium) grated zucchini, moisture squeezed out

→ For the Glaze

14 - 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
15 - 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, let's get organized! Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grab a 9x5-inch loaf pan. I always grease and flour mine, or line it with parchment paper, because nothing is worse than a stuck loaf, honestly. Then, grate your zucchini. This is the crucial part: put the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and squeeze, squeeze, squeeze! You want to get out as much water as possible. I usually wring it out over the sink until my arms ache a bit. This step makes all the difference in achieving that perfectly moist, but not soggy, Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread.
02 - In a large bowl, let's get our dry ingredients mingling. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Give it a good whisk until everything is evenly combined. I usually do this while humming a little tune, trying to avoid any flour explosions. Make sure there are no lumpy bits, you want a smooth, consistent base for our Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread. This just ensures everything rises beautifully later on.
03 - Now for the wet stuff! In a separate, medium bowl, crack in your large eggs. Add the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and that glorious lemon zest and juice. Whisk it all together until it's well combined and looks like a sunny, happy mixture. The smell of the lemon zest at this stage is just divine, it really brightens up the whole kitchen. I always try to get extra zest in there, because, why not?
04 - Pour your wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Don't overmix! Seriously, overmixing is the enemy of tender bread. A few lumps are totally fine, even desirable. This is where I always get a little flour on my nose, it's just part of the baking charm. We're creating the perfect batter for our Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread here.
05 - Now for our star veggie! Gently fold in the squeezed, grated zucchini. You'll see it disappear into the batter, adding all that lovely moisture without making it watery. Mix just until it's evenly distributed. I love how the little green flecks dot the batter, it's a reminder of all that garden goodness. This is the last step before baking, and it's looking good, I promise!
06 - Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Every oven is different, so keep an eye on it! Once it's done, let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. While it cools, whisk powdered sugar and a little lemon juice for a simple glaze. Drizzle it over the cooled Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread. It's going to be so good, you won't believe it!

# Notes:

01 - Don't skip squeezing the zucchini; it's the secret to a perfectly moist, not soggy, bread.
02 - Store cooled bread tightly wrapped at room temp for 2-3 days, or refrigerate up to a week.
03 - Try adding a handful of poppy seeds or blueberries for a delightful twist.
04 - Serve warm with a cup of coffee for the ultimate morning treat.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - 9x5-inch loaf pan
02 - large mixing bowls
03 - whisk
04 - spatula
05 - grater
06 - measuring cups and spoons
07 - wire rack

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 280
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 40g
Protein: 4g

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