Lemon Maple Zucchini Bread

Brighten up your baking repertoire with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Lemon Maple Zucchini Bread! This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a perfectly balanced loaf that's light yet indulgent. The addition of grated zucchini keeps the bread incredibly tender while adding a touch of hidden nutrition. With the warm aroma of ground cinnamon and the option to include crunchy walnuts or pecans, this bread is a fragrant and wholesome treat perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this quick bread showcases the perfect harmony of tangy citrus, rich maple, and cozy spices, making it a must-try recipe for any season. Bake a loaf today and enjoy a slice of comfort with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten. Add the maple syrup, Greek yogurt, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently stir until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice and serve the Lemon Maple Zucchini Bread as is or with a smear of butter or cream cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1003.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2394.9

Total Fat 103.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 513.4mg	0%
Sodium 2478.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 119.6g
Protein 62.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 352.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1547.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 51.9%