Description

This Blueberry Zucchini Bread is a moist, tender quick bread bursting with juicy blueberries, warm spices, and a hint of fresh lemon zest. The shredded zucchini adds incredible softness without overpowering the flavor, making it perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.

Ingredients

2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, not thawed)

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon cinnamon

¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

2 large eggs

½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)

⅔ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup brown sugar

1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

1 tablespoon flour (for tossing blueberries)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
Shred the zucchini and gently squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
Stir the shredded zucchini into the wet mixture.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then gently fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.

Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.

Increase lemon zest or add a light lemon glaze for brighter flavor.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 20 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg