Description
Lemon brownies offer a delightful twist on the classic dessert, blending sweet indulgence with bright, zesty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Combine the granulated sugar with the melted butter and mix well.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is smooth.
- Gently stir in the flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
- Fold in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Allow the brownies to cool before pouring the glaze over the top.
- Slice into squares and serve, optionally garnished with extra lemon zest.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh lemons rather than bottled juice. Brownies are best served slightly warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon brownies, dessert, citrus, summer, easy recipe