Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe
These Easy Lemon Brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, with a burst of fresh citrus flavor in every bite. The perfect balance of sweet and tangy, these lemon brownies are sure to brighten up any dessert table.
- 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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For the Brownies:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 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
For the Lemon 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 the parchment paper.
- Make Batter: Whisk together flour and salt. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar for 3-4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla. Fold in the flour mixture.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the brownies to cool completely.
- Glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Stir in lemon zest. Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and let it set for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- 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 Lemon Recipe
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