Best 11 Lemon Zucchini Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of lemon and zucchini harmoniously blended in a delectable cake. This moist and tender treat combines the refreshing zest of lemon with the delicate sweetness of zucchini, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is designed for simplicity and ease, guiding you through every step to create a masterpiece.

**Explore the tempting variations:**

1. **Traditional Lemon Zucchini Cake:** A classic recipe that showcases the perfect balance of lemon and zucchini, complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting.

2. **Lemon Zucchini Cake with Poppy Seeds:** Add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor with the incorporation of poppy seeds, creating a textural contrast that elevates the cake to new heights.

3. **Lemon Zucchini Cake with Lemon Glaze:** Drizzle a sweet and tangy lemon glaze over the cake, creating a shiny and irresistible finish that enhances the citrusy notes.

4. **Lemon Zucchini Bundt Cake:** Transform your cake into an elegant bundt shape, adding a touch of sophistication to your presentation and making it the centerpiece of any gathering.

5. **Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Cake:** Cater to dietary restrictions with this delightful gluten-free version, ensuring everyone can savor the goodness of this zesty treat.

6. **Mini Lemon Zucchini Cakes:** Create bite-sized versions of the classic cake, perfect for parties, picnics, or as a sweet treat on the go.

With six delectable variations to choose from, this collection of lemon zucchini cake recipes promises to satisfy every craving and make your taste buds dance with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON-ZUCCHINI TEXAS SHEET CAKE



Lemon-Zucchini Texas Sheet Cake image

Awesome lemon sheet cake! This recipe was given to me by my awesome cousin Laurie Greene-Collins. This is the moistest cake ever! Lemon adds an extra touch.

Provided by AFGRANDMA

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups white sugar
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon lemon extract
4 ½ cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 15-1/2x10-1/2-inch sheet cake pan.
  • Mix sugar, zucchini, oil, and eggs together in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Add dry ingredients to sugar mixture and combine; don't overbeat. Mix in lemon juice and lemon extract. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and butter for frosting together in a bowl. Beat in lemon extract, then gradually beat in powdered sugar. Frost cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 43.7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 146.9 mg, Sugar 40 g

LEMON-ZUCCHINI POUND CAKE



Lemon-Zucchini Pound Cake image

Shredded zucchini in the batter and a luscious lemon glaze keeps every bite of this pound cake moist and tender.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 3h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
4 eggs
2/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium), squeezed to drain
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened
1 tablespoon half-and-half
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with shortening; lightly flour.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt with spoon; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed about 2 minutes or until creamy. Beat in 2 cups powdered sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well on low speed after each addition. Beat on low speed 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, lemon peel and zucchini. Spoon into pan.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes in pan. Remove from pan onto serving plate. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat all glaze ingredients just to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Let stand 30 minutes until slightly thickened. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 1/2 g

ZUCCHINI LEMON CAKE



Zucchini Lemon Cake image

A recipe my mother makes for her quilting group. She does wonder if the salt is too much? Guessing at serving size.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 3/4 cups zucchini, peeling on shredded drained
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup walnuts, chopped
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine eggs, sugar, oil, lemon juice, zest; beat well.
  • Add zucchini and mix well.
  • Sift the dry ingredients into small bowl.
  • Mix dry ingredients into the zucchini mixture.
  • Fold in nuts.
  • Pour into a greased 9" by 13" pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes, or until done.
  • Cool and dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.6, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 37.2, Sodium 345, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 18.4, Protein 4.4

LEMON ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH POPPY SEED



Lemon Zucchini Cake With Poppy Seed image

Make and share this Lemon Zucchini Cake With Poppy Seed recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swizlo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup oil
3 eggs
4 teaspoons lemon extract
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 3/4 cups grated zucchini
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine sugar, oil, eggs, lemon extract, poppy seed and mix well.
  • Stir in shredded zucchini.
  • Combine in another bowl, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. mix well.
  • Gradually add this mixture to the zucchini mixture. Mix throughly.
  • Pour into greased 9x13 pan.
  • Bake 350 for 40-50 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
  • Add a lemon glaze for the topping - 1/2 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon extract, 1 tablespoon water. In a saucepan bring to a boil, when cake is warm, brush with glaze.

FAT-FREE LEMON BLUEBERRY ZUCCHINI CAKE



Fat-Free Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Cake image

A moist, delicious, guilt-free sweet treat.

Provided by Me

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free blueberry yogurt
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup fat-free egg substitute
1 lemon, zested
1 teaspoon lecithin granules
2 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
2 cups fresh blueberries
⅓ cup white sugar
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with cooking spray.
  • Mix all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl.
  • Beat blueberry yogurt, brown sugar, 1 cup white sugar, egg substitute, lemon zest, and lecithin together in a large bowl until smooth. Fold in zucchini. Stir in flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in blueberries very gently. Pour into the prepared tube pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. Let cool in the pan, 30 minutes. Invert cake onto a plate.
  • Combine 1/3 cup white sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat; cook and stir until sugar dissolves and syrup is clear, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Poke small holes all over the cake with a toothpick. Pour lemon syrup over the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.4 calories, Carbohydrate 76.3 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 258.9 mg, Sugar 45 g

LEMON ZUCCHINI CAKE



Lemon Zucchini Cake image

I combined two different lemon zucchini bread recipes when I made this the first time. Both of them called for only 1 cup of shredded zucchini. I shredded up 1 medium zucchini and it equaled about 2 cups packed or 3 cups loosely scooped shredded zucchini. Since I was also adding vegetable oil and sour cream, I increased the flour...

Provided by Laurie Sanders

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

FOR THE CAKE
2 large eggs
1 c white sugar
1/3 c vegetable oil
1/3 c sour cream
2 to 3 c shredded zucchini (1 medium zucchini)
2 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 Tbsp lemon zest
3 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
FOR THE GLAZE
1 c sifted powdered sugar
2 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a bundt or large loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • 2. Mix sugar, eggs, oil and sour cream together until well combined. Add lemon juice, lemon zest and shredded zucchini and mix well.
  • 3. Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt together. With the mixer running on low, slowly add 1/3 of the dry ingredients at at a time mixing well each time. Stop and scrap the bowl and mix on medium speed until the batter is thick and smooth.
  • 4. Pour into prepared pan and bake 45-55 minutes. Test after 45 minutes and bake a little longer if not quite finished. Remove from oven. Cool in the pan 10 minutes before turning out onto a plate. Cool cake completely.
  • 5. Sift 1 cup of powdered sugar. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and stir. Add a little more lemon juice at a time until the glaze is a nice consistency for pouring. It may not take all the lemon juice or it may take slightly more than 2 tablespoons to reach the desired consistency. Use your good judgment.
  • 6. Drizzle glaze over the cake and let set. Slice and serve. I don't recommend storing in an airtight container because it is so moist. Cover leftover cake loosely with plastic wrap. If you live in a warmer climate than Seattle, store in the fridge.

BLUEBERRY ZUCCHINI SNACK CAKE&LEMON BUTTER CREAM



Blueberry Zucchini Snack Cake&Lemon Butter Cream image

I came across this delicious cake recipe on Face Book and wanted to share it with you. It has ingredients I love, Blueberries and Zucchini and who knew they would be perfect together! The recipe and picture can be found on the web site - the view from great island. Enjoy!!

Provided by Eileen Hineline

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups sugar
2 cups shredded zucchini
3 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 pint blueberries (tossed in 1 tsp flour)
LEMON BUTTERCREAM
1 cup butter, (2 sticks, 8 ounces) at room temperature
4 cups confectioners' sugar
juice of one lemon

Steps:

  • 1. Set oven to 350F Lightly grease and flour a 9x13 baking pan.
  • 2. Beat the eggs, oil, vanilla and sugar until well blended. Fold in the zucchini.
  • 3. Whisk the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda to combine. Slowly add it to the wet mixture, mixing just enough to blend.
  • 4. Fold in the blueberries, and pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for about 50 minutes, just until the top is turning golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out without wet batter clinging to it. Cool on a rack.
  • 5. To make the frosting, put the softened butter into the bowl of a food processor and process until creamy. Add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, processing till smooth after each addition. After the second cup of sugar add in the lemon juice. Scrape down the sides of the machine as necessary. Adjust the texture by adding a little more lemon or a little more sugar.
  • 6. Frost the cooled cake and store in the refrigerator.

ZUCCHINI (OR CARROT) CAKE WITH LEMON FROSTING



Zucchini (Or Carrot) Cake With Lemon Frosting image

Make and share this Zucchini (Or Carrot) Cake With Lemon Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/4 cups buttermilk baking mix (Bisquick)
2 cups zucchini or 2 cups carrots, shredded
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon clove
2 tablespoons butter, soft
1/4 cup milk (use 1/3 cup if making carrot version)
2 eggs
1 cup raisins
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, soft
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, freshly grated
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease and flour a 9 x 9-inch pan.
  • Blend all cake ingredients except raisins on low speed for 1/2 minute.
  • Beat on medium speed 2 minutes.
  • Stir in raisins.
  • Pour into pan.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until tests done.
  • For frosting, beat all frosting ingredients until smooth and fluffy.
  • Frost when cake is fully cooled.
  • Keep refrigerated.

ZUCCHINI BUNDT CAKE WITH CRUNCHY LEMON GLAZE



ZUCCHINI BUNDT CAKE WITH CRUNCHY LEMON GLAZE image

Categories     Vegetable

Yield 10-12

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the cake:
1 cup (135g) almonds, pecans, or walnuts, toasted
2 cups (280g) flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1 3/4 (350g) cups sugar
1 cup (250ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups (300g) finely grated zucchini
For the lemon glaze:
1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
1 cup (140g) powdered (confectioner’s) sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Grease a 10 cup (2.5l) bundt or tube cake pan* with non-stick spray or butter, dust with flour, then tap out any excess. 2. Pulse the nuts in a food processor until finely chopped. 3. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Set aside. 4. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs, 1 3/4 cup (350g) sugar, and olive oil for 3 minutes on medium speed, until light and fluffy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the mixer, then add the vanilla. 5. Mix in the dry ingredients, scraping down the sides of the mixer bowl to make sure everything is mixed in well, then beat on medium speed for 30 seconds. 6. Stir in the chopped nuts and zucchini. 7. Scrape the batter into the prepared cake pan, smooth the top, then bake the cake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake has begun to pull away from the sides of the pan. 8. During the last few minutes of the cake baking, make the glaze by whisking together the lemon juice, 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar, and powdered sugar. 9. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a cooling rack. Brush the glaze over the cake with a pastry brush and let the cake cool completely. Storage: The cake can be wrapped (or put under a cake dome) and will keep for a few days. You can freeze the unglazed cake. However to apply the glaze, you’ll need to defrost the cake then warm it so the glaze will adhere properly. *If you don’t have a bundt or tube pan, I noticed that both Adam and Sara made the cake in a regular round cake pan with good results. This cake batter could also be baked in two loaf pans, which is easier for gift-giving, if you’re trying to share your zucchini bounty. You may need to reduce the baking time a little to compensate for the smaller pans.

ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Zucchini Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-25138

Number Of Ingredients 19

Cake:
3 C flour
3 C white sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
2 1/2 tsp cinnamon
4 eggs
1 1/2 C oil
1 tsp vanilla
3 C grated zucchini
Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 C butter, room temperature
zest of 1 lemon
1/8 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla
juice of 1/2 lemon
4 C powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Lightly spray three 6" round cake pans and line the bottoms with wax paper or parchment paper. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients for the cake. In a medium bowl, beat together all the remaining ingredients for the cake. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix well. Divide evenly between the three pans. 3. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cake bounces back when gently touched in the center. While the cake bakes, use a wooden spoon to beat together the cream cheese, butter and lemon zest until smooth. Add the remaining frosting ingredients and mix until smooth and lump free. 4. Cool the cakes for 10 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a cooling rack. Remove the pan and slowly peel away the wax/parchment paper liners. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

BLUEBERRY ZUCCHINI CAKE W/ LEMON BUTTERCREAM RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Blueberry Zucchini Cake w/ Lemon Buttercream Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-48099

Number Of Ingredients 17

CAKE:
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups white sugar
2 cups zucchini, finely shredded and drained
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 pint fresh blueberries
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, room temperature
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 lemon, juice and zest, about 2 tablespoons
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare desired pan(s); 2 round or sheet cake. Grate a large zucchini (or two small zucchini). Drain and squeeze until most of the liquid comes out, about 2 cups Set aside. In a large bowl beat together the eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar. Fold in the zucchini. Slowly add in the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Gently fold in the blueberries. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans or sheet pan. Bake 35-40 minutes (round) or 25 minutes (sheet pan) in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean. Cool completely and frost. FROSTING: Combine butter, sugar and salt and beat till well combined. Add lemon juice and vanilla and continue to beat for another 3 to 5 minute or until creamy. Fold in zest.

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful cake, use fresh zucchini and lemon zest.
  • Grate the zucchini finely to ensure it blends well into the batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
  • For a tangy and refreshing flavor, use a lemon glaze or cream cheese frosting.
  • Garnish the cake with lemon slices, zest, or chopped nuts for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Lemon zucchini cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, zesty lemon flavor, and hints of zucchini, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you are looking for a simple snack or a special treat, lemon zucchini cake is the perfect choice. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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