Description

These Easy Lemon Brownies are soft, chewy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze, they make for a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

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

⅓ cup fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup powdered sugar

2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for glaze

1 tablespoon lemon zest for glaze

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the lemon mixture, mixing until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While the brownies are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled brownies, allow it to set, then slice into squares and enjoy!

Notes

For a more intense lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest from more lemons. These brownies are best enjoyed the same day, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 28 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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