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Lemon Brownies

Lemon Brownies

These lemon brownies are sweet and tangy with a soft, moist texture topped with a glaze, perfect for lemon lovers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 squares
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • 8x8 inch pan
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

Brownies

  • 0.5 cup salted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder

Glaze

  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar
  • 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 lemon zest

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare an 8x8" pan by spraying with cooking spray or lining with parchment paper, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together ½ cup salted butter, ¾ cup sugar, and zest of one lemon until light and fluffy.
  • Add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add 1 Tablespoon lemon juice.
  • Add ¾ cup flour and ½ teaspoon baking powder, and mix until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  • For the glaze, whisk together ¾ cup powdered sugar, 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice and ½ lemon zest, then pour over the brownies, spreading evenly to coat.
  • Let cool completely before slicing. Then slice into 16 squares.

Notes

If using unsalted butter, make sure to add a pinch of ¼ teaspoon salt to the batter. Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword baked goods, blondies, lemon brownies, lemon dessert, tangy dessert
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