Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe
These Easy Lemon Brownies are a delightful treat, bursting with tangy lemon flavor. They are a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy, making them a great dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 45-60 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (2–3 lemons)
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Make Batter: Whisk together flour and salt. Cream butter and sugar for 3-4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla. Fold in flour mixture.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
- Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice. Add lemon zest. Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and let it set for 30 minutes.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of lemon zest and juice to suit your taste preference.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Brownies, Lemon Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe
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