Description
Lemon Brownies are a moist, citrus‑infused dessert that combines bright lemon flavor with a fudgy crumb. This easy recipe uses simple pantry staples, bakes in just 25 minutes, and yields 16 soft squares perfect for tea time, brunch, or a sweet snack. Ideal for quick baking, the brownies stay tender and are dusted with powdered sugar for a polished finish that looks great on any plate or Pinterest board.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture just until incorporated.
- Pour batter into pan and spread evenly.
- Bake 20‑25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and cut into squares.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a tablespoon of poppy seeds or swirl in melted dark chocolate before baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days
- or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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