Description
These Zesty Lemon Brownies are a delightful citrus twist on traditional brownies. With a bright lemon flavor and a tangy glaze, these treats are perfect for lemon lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the glaze:
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Blend ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Prepare the glaze: For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Glaze and serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled brownies, spread gently, and let set before slicing.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract to the batter.
- Best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
