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Moist Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Bread Loaf

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A tender and moist zucchini bread loaf bursting with fresh lemon zest and juicy blueberries, perfect for a quick and easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis), squeezed dry
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, washed and patted dry
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour for nuttier flavor)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • Zest from 2 medium lemons
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchini using medium holes of a grater. Place the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible (about 2 to 3 tablespoons). Set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with sugar until smooth and pale. Add vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in grated zucchini and blueberries carefully to keep berries intact.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. Gently fold blueberries to keep them whole. Tent with foil if top browns too fast. Let bread cool completely before slicing for best texture. Toss blueberries lightly in flour before folding to prevent sinking.

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