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Lemon Zucchini Bread: A Bright & Moist Slice of Summer

Lemon Zucchini Bread: A Bright & Moist Slice of Summer
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Brighten up your day with this delightful Lemon Zucchini Bread: A Bright & Moist Slice of Summer. This quick bread is incredibly moist and bursting with zesty lemon flavor, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or any gathering. It’s a wonderful way to sneak in some veggies without sacrificing taste! The addition of a sweet lemon glaze elevates each slice into a refreshing treat that everyone will love. Best of all, this recipe is easy to prepare with simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Enjoy the sunshine in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups grated zucchini
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
  • Optional: ½ tsp lemon zest or ¼ tsp vanilla

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 the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated zucchini carefully.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
  7. Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cooling in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over cooled bread.

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