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Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread Lemon Glaze: 1 Secret for Amazing Flavor

Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread with Lemon Glaze

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Ultra Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread, a perfect blend of sweet zucchini and zesty lemon. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this bread features a luscious lemon glaze that adds an extra layer of sweetness and visual appeal. With its moist texture and refreshing taste, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Whether served plain or dressed up with cream cheese, this recipe is easy to make and even easier to enjoy!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons lemon juice or milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar, oil or butter, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Carefully fold in the grated zucchini.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice or milk until smooth and drizzle over the cooled bread.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Ensure you squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini to maintain bread texture. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor and crunch.