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Lemon Zucchini Bread
Emily

Lemon Zucchini Bread

This Lemon Zucchini Bread is moist, tender, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. The zucchini keeps it soft and light, while a tangy lemon glaze makes it irresistibly bright and sweet.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 slices
Course: Bake Your Own Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • zest of 2 large lemons
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup light olive oil (not extra-virgin)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • grater
  • two 9x5-inch loaf pans
  • wire racks
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In another bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, rubbing them together to release lemon oils.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in olive oil, lemon juice, and vanilla until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
  7. Fold in the grated zucchini.
  8. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  11. Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice together until smooth.
  12. Drizzle glaze over cooled loaves and allow to set before slicing.

Notes

For best results, squeeze out the excess liquid from the zucchini before adding to the batter. Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freezes beautifully — slice and wrap individually for grab-and-go treats!