Description
Lemon Brownies with Lemon Glaze offer a moist, tangy twist on classic brownies, combining a rich buttery base infused with fresh lemon juice and zest with a glossy, sweet lemon glaze topping. Perfect for lemon lovers, these brownies feature bright citrus flavor balanced with a fudgy texture, making them ideal for dessert, snacks, or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Lemon Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice or Milk (for milder flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Measure and gather all ingredients to streamline the baking process.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, melt the unsalted butter completely and let it cool slightly. Whisk in sugar, eggs, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution and avoid clumps.
- Incorporate Dry Into Wet: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain tender brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare the Lemon Glaze: While the brownies cool, whisk together powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice (or milk for a milder flavor) until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the brownies have cooled slightly, drizzle or spread the lemon glaze over the top. Let it set before slicing and serving your tangy treat.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor and aroma.
- Don’t overbake; remove brownies when just set for optimal moistness.
- Allow brownies to cool before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.
- Use a fine grater for zest to avoid bitter pith pieces.
- Adjust powdered sugar or liquid in glaze for desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 2x2 inch)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: lemon brownies, lemon glaze, tangy dessert, citrus dessert, moist brownies, gluten-free brownies variant, lemon treats