This simple Lemon Zucchini Bread is made with lemon zest and fresh zucchini, perfect for any lover of lemon.
I am usually a lover of winter. The cold weather. The scarves, boots, jeans, and sweaters. Well, if you aren't in Florida like I am. Ha.
However, right now I am dreaming of spring and flowers. Warmer temperatures. The swimming pool open. Eh, maybe not quite that ready. I don't want to think about the pool right now. We need to build a new pool deck. Ugh.
Ok, so maybe I'm just dreaming of flavors that remind me of that state of mind. Yea, that sound about right.
This lemon zucchini bread...y'all, I really wanted to make the famous Starbucks lemon loaf, but I noticed this one random zucchini in the vegetable bin in the fridge that I didn't have any plans for.
Produce is SO freaking expensive, and I knew that I had seen lemon zucchini bread on Pinterest before, so I decided to go for it!
Of course when I started making this lemon zucchini bread, both Kelsie and Zack were like, "lemon and zucchini, ew." When it came out of the oven, smelling of spring and freshly squeezed lemon juice they quickly changed their tune.
Kelsie may have eaten all the glaze that was on the wax paper below the bread, because she loves lemon. And that glaze is ahhhmaaazing! Seriously.
One thing for sure, you can not taste zucchini in this bread!
This bread may seem like a lot of ingredient and a lot of work (squeezing the shredded zucchini), but trust me, it's really simple and comes together pretty quickly.
Just don't over mix. If you over mix it will be dense, and you don't want a dense lemon zucchini bread. You want it to have the perfect moist, almost fluffy texture.
This lemon zucchini bread would be perfect for breakfast, snacks, brunch, or any time you're feeling like you need some spring time in your life! You could make this bread without the zucchini, but why would you want too?
When else are you going to get the eat something sweet that includes a vegetable? Hardly ever. The lemon zest is a must in all the realms of life, because when you zest a lemon, you the the oil from the fruit, which in my opinion yield the best flavor.
What ingredients do you need to make Lemon Zucchini Bread?
- flour
- salt
- baking soda
- baking powder
- sugar
- plain greek yogurt
- egg
- lemon extract
- lemon zest
- zucchini
- powered sugar
- lemon juice
How do you make Lemon Zucchini Bread?
Start by mixing together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder in a bowl. Set aside.
Mix together the sugar, yogurt, egg, lemon extract, and lemon zest together.
Fold in the zucchini.
Mix together the wet and dry ingredients. Pour into a prepped loaf pan, and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool completely and mix up the glaze. Drizzle over the top and serve up!
Can I use sour cream to substitute the greek yogurt?
Yes, it will swap out easily.
Here are some yummy lemon recipes that we love:
Lemon Zucchini Bread
This simple Lemon Zucchini Bread is made with lemon zest and fresh zucchini, perfect for any lover of lemon.
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 ounces plain greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup shredded zucchini drained*
glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice**
Instructions
::bread:
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sugar, yogurt, egg, lemon extract, and lemon zest.
- Fold in the zucchini.
- Add the flour mixture to your wet mixture. Stirring in half at a time. Do not over mix. Stir until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.***
- Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Using the parchment paper, lift the bread from the pan, and allow to completely cool on a cooling rack.
- **glaze**
- To make the glaze mix together powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. See notes.
- When the bread has completely cooled, remove the parchment paper, and pour the glaze over the top.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 171Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 161mgCarbohydrates: 39gFiber: 1gSugar: 26gProtein: 3g
robin masshole mommy
Oh my word, that sounds so good. I have never had zucchini bread with lemon before, so I need to try this recipe asap!
Karen
I also love winter (snow, mittens, scarves, etc..) but am kinda itching for spring too. Nothing better than making something yummy like this bread to help out that wait! I also love that Starbucks one too... but totally trying out yours soon!
Dawn McAlexander
That looks so tasty. I don't remember ever trying zucchini bread at any time, but I am sure it tastes as good as it looks. Lemon and zucchini sound like a great combination.
Marcie
This looks so tasty! I have NEVER heard or this recipe but it sounds really fresh! I'll eat anything with lemon, so I'm going to have to try this!
Jessi
I remember my aunt making zucchini bread when I was a kid. I have never made it myself, but i think i might try
Alicia
Sounds fabulous!
Krystel @ Planning The Magic
Hmm, so I'm assuming this is healthier than the alternative? It really looks delicious. The glaze must be perfect
Kindness in Demand
So I've never had Zucchini bread. I always thought the name sounded gross. But your pictures look delicious and now I'm wondering if I've been missing out all these years!
Debra
Man, I've never heard of these flavors together but they sound amazing and I am totally going to have to try this recipe!
Heather L.
This sounds and looks delicious. I'm sure that, with a few tweaks, I could make a gluten free version for my family.
Ana
Oh wow I can just imagine the fresh scent of lemon as you take it out of the oven . The lemon zucchini bread looks amazing.
Brandi with Big Fit Fam
I hear a lot of about zuccini bread and see the recipe all the time bit have never tried it myself, Your version looks pretty amazing so i may have to give it a whirl!
Belle
Lemon and zucchini bread? That sounds and looks amazing! I will definitely have to try this at home. I'm sure the kids will love this!
Belle | One Awesome Momma
Di Hickman
never had this but I imagine it's like a green smoothie. Sounds weird putting spinach in a smoothie but with the fruit you can't taste it. I admit I did put grated zucchini in oatmeal and that's ok too!
Logan
My husband's aunt made zucchini lemon bread at Christmas and it was so delicious! I will definitely have to try your recipe!
Cara (@StylishGeek)
I love this recipe! Thank you for sharing your version of Lemon Zucchini Bread. I will definitely make it this weekend!
Mandy Carter
It has been a long time since I had zucchini bread but this makes me want to make some. The lemon flavor sounds delicious.
Kiwi
Now this is different. Who would of thought lemon and zucchini went together in a bread form,
Rose Sahetapy
It's an uncommon combination, lemon and Zucchini, but the taste must be divine! I love zucchini, so I'm quite curious. I'd love to try this recipe.
Rojielyn
i heard of this. but have not tried it yet. i sure this a great recipe to try.
Reesa Lewandowski
This sounds delicious. It reminds me of spring! I love to get giant farm fresh zucchinis from the local markets, I will have to try your recipe!
Tabitha Shakespeare
I've never heard of zucchini bread! This looks really yummy and i bet it taste as good as it looks!
Courteney Noonan
This looks so yummy! I love anything lemon flavoured but I've never actually tried zucchini haha
Amber Nelson
Wow, this looks so good! Lemon and zucchini together? Wow! I need to try this.
Toughcookiemommy
This bread looks so warm and delicious. I can just imagine how wonderful your entire house smelled when you took the loaves out of the oven.
Brittany
Zucchini bread is one of my families favorite dishes! It's so good! We've added chocolate chips and carrots. Both were amazing.
Rachel
This looks really good. We chow down on zucchini bread at the end of the summer when the garden is full of them. It's so good!
Sarah
This looks wonderful. I've been wanting to try some cooking with zucchini. This would be a great recipe to try!
Katriza
My kids love this! It's my way to sneak in some good healthy food in with something they love! BREAD! Yumm! I can't wait to try this recipe!
Miss Thrifty
Ohhhh... I often seem to end up with one zucchini leftover in the fridge. Normally I turn it into a pasta sauce, but a CAKE recipe?! Yes, this sounds much tastier. Thanks for sharing!