Irresistibly Tangy Lemon Brownie Bliss You Can’t Resist
This Lemon Brownie recipe is a burst of sunshine in bar form, blending sweet and tart flavors, creating an irresistible treat.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- electric mixer
- spatula
- 8x8-inch baking pan
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit lemon zest from 1 lemon
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 unit lemon zest for glaze from 1 lemon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened salted butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
- Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing until well incorporated.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder; fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes.
- While cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest for the glaze.
- Spread the lemon glaze over the warm brownies and allow to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Using fresh lemons will enhance flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep brownies light and fluffy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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