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Lemon Zucchini Bread With Pudding

Easy Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe

This easy lemon zucchini bread recipe is simple, reliable, and packed with flavor. It’s a brilliant way to use up summer squash while delivering something everyone will enjoy. With fresh lemon, a moist crumb, and just enough sweetness, it’s a bake you’ll come back to again and again.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: [Baking]
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon fine salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup canola oil or melted butter
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup grated zucchini drained
For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • Juice of 1 lemon about 2 tablespoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or four mini loaf pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and oil until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix just until combined.
  5. Add dry ingredients and grated zucchini to the wet mixture. Fold gently until no dry flour remains.
  6. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s).
  7. Bake mini loaves for 30–35 minutes or a large loaf for 45–50 minutes. Test doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Once completely cooled, whisk together glaze ingredients and drizzle over the loaf.
  10. Slice and enjoy.

Notes

  • Do not skip draining the zucchini—it ensures a perfect crumb.
  • Fresh lemon zest provides the brightest flavor—bottled juice is not recommended.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt or milk plus 1 tbsp lemon juice.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze loaf or individual slices for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Facts (per slice, based on 12 servings)

Nutrient Amount
Calories 210 kcal
Carbohydrates 25 g
Sugars 14 g
Protein 3 g
Fat 10 g
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
Fiber 1 g
Sodium 180 mg