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Moist Blueberry Zucchini Bread Recipe with Zesty Lemon Sugar Crust

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A moist and flavorful zucchini bread bursting with fresh blueberries and topped with a zesty lemon sugar crust. Perfect for brunch or a comforting snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis), squeezed to remove excess water
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar (for lemon sugar crust)
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and optionally line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs with granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slowly drizzle in vegetable oil while mixing, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Grate zucchini finely and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  6. Fold grated zucchini gently into the wet mixture, then carefully fold in fresh blueberries.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  8. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Mix lemon zest with ¼ cup granulated sugar and sprinkle evenly over the batter to form the lemon sugar crust.
  10. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  11. Let bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini well to avoid soggy bread. Fold blueberries gently to keep them intact. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. Tent with foil if crust browns too quickly. Room temperature eggs and oil improve texture. Sifting dry ingredients helps keep crumb light.

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