Description
These Lemon Brownies are soft, fudgy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Unlike traditional chocolate brownies, these bright lemon bars have a dense, buttery crumb topped with a sweet-tart lemon glaze that soaks into every bite. They’re the perfect dessert for spring brunches, summer picnics, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something refreshing and easy to bake.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Lemon Brownies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Lemon Glaze
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the batter: Whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare the glaze: While the brownies are still warm, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Glaze the brownies: Pour the glaze over the warm brownies and spread evenly. Allow it to soak into the surface as the brownies cool.
- Cool and serve: Let the brownies cool completely before slicing into squares. Garnish with extra lemon zest if desired.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh zest for the brightest citrus flavor. Avoid overbaking to keep the brownies moist and fudgy. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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