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Moist Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Glaze

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A moist and flavorful lemon zucchini bread balanced with fresh lemon juice and zest, topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the cream cheese glaze:
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 teaspoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs with sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  5. Stir the grated zucchini into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center. If the top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil after 40 minutes.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before glazing.
  10. To prepare the glaze, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice. Add milk or cream to reach desired drizzle consistency.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf and let it set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to remove excess moisture to avoid soggy bread. Use fresh lemon juice and zest for best flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep bread tender. Let bread cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting. Use a serrated knife to slice bread neatly.

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