Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest (freshly grated)
– ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
– 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium-sized zucchini)
– ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Making Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread is a breeze when you follow these clear steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
3. Beat Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Incorporate Zucchini: Fold in the grated zucchini and any chopped nuts if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the Bread: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and Enjoy: Once completely cooled, slice the bread and serve as desired.
Following these straightforward steps will allow you to create the incredible Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 slices
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g