Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Bread: The Best Twist on a Classic Recipe
Enjoy the delightful blend of lemon, blueberry, and zucchini in this unique twist on traditional zucchini bread!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in zucchini, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in blueberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- The bread can be served fresh or toasted for a delightful treat.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra lemon zest on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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