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Lemon Zucchini Cake

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πŸ‹ Enjoy a moist and flavorful lemon zucchini cake that combines fresh citrus with tender shredded zucchini for a delightful dessert.
πŸ₯’ This easy-to-make cake baked in a loaf pan is perfect for summer and can be made dairy-free using almond milk.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 ΒΌ cups granulated sugar

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil or canola oil

2 eggs at room temperature

β…“ cup vanilla almond milk or whole milk

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract

2 cups cake flour

1 β…“ teaspoons baking powder

Β½ teaspoon kosher salt

1 Β½ cups shredded zucchini, drained and squeezed dry

2 tablespoons lemon zest

1 cup powdered sugar

1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

1-First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a 9Γ—5 inch loaf pan by spraying it with baking spray and lining it with parchment paper.

2-In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3-In a larger bowl, combine the sugar and oil, whisking them together to mix thoroughly.

4-Add the eggs and almond milk or milk to the sugar mixture, and whisk everything together until smooth.

5-Stir in the lemon juice and vanilla or almond extract to bring in that fresh citrus note.

6-Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to keep the batter light.

7-Fold in the shredded zucchini and lemon zest gently, ensuring they’re evenly distributed without overmixing.

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

9-Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs and the cake top looks dry.

10-Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment paper and let it cool completely on a rack.

11-For the glaze, combine the powdered sugar and lemon juice, whisk until smooth, then drizzle it over the cooled cake before slicing and serving.

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Notes

🍈 Using olive oil adds richness but vegetable or canola oil are good alternatives.
πŸ‹ The lemon glaze enhances sweetness and can be boosted with extra lemon zest.
❄️ Cake freezes well without glaze; add glaze after thawing for best results.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free Option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 331
  • Sugar: 37g
  • Sodium: 144mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 57g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 32mg