Lemon Brownies
Introduction: If you love all things lemony, these Lemon Brownies are about to become your new favorite treat! ✨ Fudgy, citrusy, and topped with a zippy lemon glaze, they’re an easy dessert that feels fancy.
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min
🍽️ Cook Time: 25 min
⏱️ Total Time: 40 min
Zesty Lemon Brownies with Tangy Glaze
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 squares 1x
Description
Fudgy, citrusy lemon brownies topped with a tangy glaze — a bright and easy dessert favorite.
Ingredients
- 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 (from 2–3 lemons)
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
6. Gently fold in the flour mixture just until combined. Don’t overmix — this keeps them fudgy!
7. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
10. While cooling, prepare the glaze: whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
11. Once cooled, pour the glaze over the brownies and spread it evenly. Let it set for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Bring your eggs and butter to room temperature for best texture.
Look for moist crumbs, not wet batter, to know they’re done.
Brownies can be made a day ahead and glazed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 52mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
Ingredients List: 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 (from 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
Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed):
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the flour mixture just until combined. Don’t overmix — this keeps them fudgy!
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze: whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Once cooled, pour the glaze over the brownies and spread it evenly. Let it set for at least 30 minutes before slicing. ✨🍋
Pro Tips Section:
- Room Temp Matters: Bring your eggs and butter to room temperature for best texture.
- Toothpick Trick: Look for moist crumbs, not wet batter, to know they’re done.
- Make Ahead: Brownies can be made a day ahead and glazed before serving.
Nutrition Info Table + Disclaimer:
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 square | 185 | 2g | 26g | 8g | 0.5g | 18g |
Disclaimer:
Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
