Description
Lemon Brownies: Soft, fudgy bars bursting with bright lemon flavor and a silky glaze for a sunny treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the Lemon Glaze:
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1½ tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Once the brownies are slightly cooled, pour glaze over the top and spread evenly. Let it set before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Line the pan with parchment for easy removal and clean cuts.
- Adjust lemon zest for more or less citrus intensity.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- These brownies are best enjoyed within a day or two of baking for peak fudginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (about 1/24 of pan)
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 29 mg
- Fat: 4.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.15 g
- Protein: 0.8 g
- Cholesterol: 26 mg
Keywords: Lemon Brownies, lemon bars, lemon glaze, citrus desserts, easy lemon brownies