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Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread

Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread

Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread with crunchy poppy seeds and fresh grated zucchini folded into a moist, lemon scented quick bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 10 Slices

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp lemon zest zest from 1 large lemon
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice from 1 large lemon
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 cups lightly packed shredded zucchini
  • 3 Tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice or a mixture of lemon juice and milk or cream to thin

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Line the pan with parchment paper for simple removal after baking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and granulated sugar until well combined.
  • Whisk the baking powder, baking soda, and salt straight into the wet mixture.
  • Fold in the flour, mixing just until everything is integrated and no dry pockets of flour remain.
  • Gently fold the shredded zucchini and poppy seeds into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing it out evenly. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes until risen, golden on top, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool inside the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar together with the lemon juice until smooth and pourable, yet thick. Use all lemon juice for a tart finish, or mix in a little milk or cream to mellow the flavor.
  • Pour the glaze over the cooled bread, spreading it gently with a spoon. Let the glaze set completely before slicing.

Notes

Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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