Description
This Vegan Zucchini Bread is a moist, flavorful, and healthy treat made without any animal products. Utilizing ground flax meal as an egg substitute and fresh shredded zucchini, it’s sweetened naturally and enhanced with warm cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this recipe yields a tender loaf topped with a tangy lemon glaze for an extra burst of freshness.
Ingredients
For the Zucchini Bread
- 2 tablespoons ground flax meal
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup neutral-flavored oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups flour (white, wheat, or gluten-free mix)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Lemon Drizzle
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (177°C) to prepare for baking the zucchini bread.
- Make Flax Egg: Combine 2 tablespoons ground flax meal with 1/3 cup water in a small bowl. Stir and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken, forming a flax egg substitute.
- Prepare Zucchini: Shred one medium zucchini or finely chop it in a food processor. Transfer the shredded zucchini into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add 3/4 cup sugar, 1/3 cup neutral oil, the prepared flax egg, and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the zucchini. Stir well to combine.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon into the wet mixture. Stir until a thick, consistent batter forms.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean when ready. Allow the bread to cool before removing it from the pan.
- Prepare Lemon Drizzle: Mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Slice and enjoy. The glaze is optional but adds a refreshing citrus sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute the oil with applesauce for a lower-fat version, though the texture may vary.
- Using gluten-free flour allows this bread to be gluten-free friendly.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- The lemon drizzle is optional but enhances the flavor with a bright citrus note.
- Allow the flax egg to rest for at least 5 minutes to achieve the right consistency before mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
