Description
These Zesty Lemon Brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, offering a burst of citrus flavor in every bite. Tangy lemon juice and zest brighten up these moist and tender treats, topped with a sweet and tangy glaze for the perfect finish.
Ingredients
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Brownies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs, whisking until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Spread over brownies.
- Serve: Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra tang, add an additional tablespoon of lemon juice to the glaze.
- These brownies taste even better the next day after chilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
