Cranberry Lemon Zucchini Bread
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5
Cranberry Lemon Zucchini Bread
Description
This bread integrates shredded zucchini and dried cranberries into a batter leavened with baking powder and baking soda. Lemon zest and fresh lemon juice add freshness and slight tartness, complementing the sweet elements from sugar and cranberries. The combination creates a moist texture balanced by sweet and tangy flavors. After mixing, the batter is baked in a loaf pan until a toothpick comes out clean, resulting in a soft bread studded with cranberries both inside and on top.
Serve slices plain or with butter, and enjoy it as part of breakfast or an afternoon snack. The bread holds together well, making it easy to slice and share. The use of zucchini ensures moisture without overpowering the citrus and fruit accents.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 egg room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter softened, unsalted
- 1 cup zucchini shredded
- 1 cup dried cranberries divided
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350. Grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Stir in lemon zest. Fold in shredded zucchini and 3/4 cup of the cranberries. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter on medium speed for 3 minutes. Gradually add in the sugar and continue beating for another 2-3 minutes. Add in the eggs, one at a time. Add lemon juice. Now, gradually add the flour mixture and milk. Mix on low speed until combined. Do not over mix.
- Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan and top with remaining cranberries. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes.
- Let the bread cool in pan 10 minutes before transferring onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 16 | |
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 124mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 72mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 234IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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