This moist and flavorful zucchini bread is packed with fresh orange zest and topped with a sweet citrus glaze. A perfect balance of freshness and sweetness!
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ In another bowl, mix sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest until well combined.
4️⃣ Stir in orange juice, then gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5️⃣ Fold in the grated zucchini.
6️⃣ Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7️⃣ Let the bread cool before adding the glaze.
8️⃣ For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
9️⃣ Slice and enjoy this citrusy delight! 🍊💛
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