Lemon Brownies
Deliciously tangy and sweet Lemon Brownies that are perfect for a dessert treat.
Equipment
- oven
- 8×8 inch baking pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the brownies
- ½ cup salted butter, softened (1 stick)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 none lemon, zested
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
For the glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ none lemon zest
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare an 8×8" pan by spraying with cooking spray or lining with parchment paper, and set aside.
Making the Batter
- In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together ½ cup salted butter, ¾ cup sugar, and zest of one lemon until light and fluffy. Add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add 1 Tablespoon lemon juice. Add ¾ cup flour and ½ teaspoon baking powder, and mix until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out clean. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
Glazing
- For the glaze, whisk together ¾ cup powdered sugar, 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice and ½ lemon zest, then pour over the brownies, spreading evenly to coat.
Cooling and Slicing
- Let cool completely before slicing. Then slice into 16 squares.
Notes
If using unsalted butter, make sure to add a pinch of ¼ teaspoon salt to the batter. Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1squareCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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