Lemon Brownies
Delightful lemon brownies with a tangy glaze, perfect for any dessert lover.
Equipment
- oven
- Mixing bowls
- Stand mixer
- 8x8 Pan
Ingredients
Brownies
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 lemon zested
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- zest of ½ lemon
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.
Make Batter
- 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.
Bake
- 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.
Glaze
- 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.
Cool and Slice
- 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: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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