Description
These lemon brownies are a sweet and tangy treat with a soft texture and refreshing lemon glaze, combining the richness of brownies with a zesty citrus flavor.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the brownies cool, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl.
- Once the brownies have cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and let it set before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a blueberry twist, add fresh or frozen blueberries to the batter.
Add 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds for a crunchy texture.
Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version of the brownies.
Stir in shredded coconut for a tropical flavor.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
