Description
Delicious and zesty lemon brownies that are easy to make and perfect for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely in the pan before adding glaze.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Spread glaze evenly over cooled brownies and chill for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, you can increase the amount of lemon zest and juice.
- Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge can keep them fresh for several days.
- These brownies can be served warm or chilled depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg