Description

Ready to brighten your dessert game? This moist lemon zucchini cake is the ultimate balance of tangy citrus and rich tenderness, thanks to a hidden veggie twist. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, an easy dessert recipe, or a way to sneak more greens into your diet, this loaf checks every box. It’s an easy recipe that feels like a bakery treat, perfect for brunch tables, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon with tea. Bursting with fresh lemon zest and finished with a sweet glaze, this healthy snack idea will become one of your favorite food ideas for spring and summer.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup grated zucchini (moisture patted out)

1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)

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Instructions

1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a towel. Set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, oil, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.

4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir just until combined.

5. Gently fold in the grated zucchini.

6. Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 9×5-inch loaf pan.

7. Bake at 350°F for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Let cool mostly. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice into a glaze.

9. Drizzle glaze over cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.

Notes

For extra lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the batter.

To prevent sogginess, make sure to properly squeeze the zucchini before mixing it in.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg