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Lemon Zucchini Bundt Cake

Lemon Zucchini Bundt Cake: Bright, Moist, and Irresistible

This Lemon Zucchini Bundt Cake combines fresh citrus flavors with moist zucchini for a delightful summer treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free baking mix if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Use fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded zucchini Do not squeeze out the moisture.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Equipment

  • bundt pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 10-cup bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well.
  5. Fold in the finely shredded zucchini gently into the wet mixture.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan.
  8. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Mix together powdered sugar and lemon juice to create the glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and do not skip greasing the bundt pan well.

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