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Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread

Moist Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread for Happy Snacking

This Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread combines zesty lemon and tender zucchini for a moist, delicious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 box Instant Lemon Pudding Mix can substitute with vanilla pudding
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt essential for flavor
  • 3 large Eggs lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup Milk can substitute with non-dairy milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or canola oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup Peeled Shredded Zucchini freshly grated works best
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds chia seeds can be used as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest for intense flavor

Equipment

  • Loaf Pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare your loaf pans with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, pudding mix, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and combine with milk, oil, and lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold together until just combined.
  5. Fold in the zucchini, poppy seeds, and lemon zest until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into prepared loaf pans and bake for 50-55 minutes for large loaves, or 30-35 minutes for mini loaves.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For a delicious treat, enjoy warm with butter or drizzled with lemon glaze. Can be stored for up to three days in an airtight container.

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