Description
A moist and tender zucchini lemon cake bursting with fresh citrus flavor and the hidden magic of grated zucchini. Perfect for dessert, brunch, or an anytime treat that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups – forms the structure of the cake
- Baking Powder: 1 ½ teaspoons – helps the cake rise
- Baking Soda: ½ teaspoon – improves texture and color
- Salt: ½ teaspoon – balances the sweetness
- Eggs: 2 large – binds the ingredients and adds richness
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup – sweetens and helps brown the cake
- Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream: ½ cup – adds moisture and a slight tang
- Vegetable Oil: ½ cup – keeps the cake soft and tender
- Lemon Zest: 1 tablespoon – adds vibrant citrus aroma
- Lemon Juice: 3 tablespoons – brings tangy brightness
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon – rounds out the flavors
- Zucchini: 1 ½ cups, finely grated and drained – adds moisture and subtle texture
- Powdered Sugar: 1 cup – for the glaze
- Lemon Juice (for glaze): 2 tablespoons – balances sweetness in the glaze
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf or cake pan.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, yogurt, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet, then stir in the grated zucchini. Pour into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Assemble the Dish: Gently tap the pan to remove air bubbles and ensure an even surface.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Finishing Touches: Cool the cake for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Once fully cooled, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cake.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve with fresh berries or a dollop of cream if desired.
Notes
- Drain zucchini well to avoid soggy texture.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Let cake cool completely before adding glaze.
- Freeze individual slices for a grab-and-go treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg