Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp baking powder
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
– Zest of 1 lemon
– ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
– ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Making Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread is a smooth process when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set it aside for later.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well combined. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, grated zucchini, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, using a spatula to mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Fold in Nuts: If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.
6. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
7. Bake: Place in your preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. To check if it’s done, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
8. Cool the Bread: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
With these straightforward steps, you’re set to enjoy homemade Luscious Lemon Zucchini Bread in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 slices
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g