Description
These lemon brownies offer a refreshing twist on the classic brownie, combining tangy lemon juice and zest with a moist, cake-like texture. Finished with a sweet lemon glaze, they are a perfect dessert for potlucks or any occasion where you want a bright, citrusy treat.
Ingredients
Lemon Brownies:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, plus more for glaze
Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- ¼ cup lemon juice, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, softened butter, and sea salt until the mixture is well combined and uniform.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest until smoothly blended.
- Incorporate Wet into Dry: Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and beat on medium speed using the electric mixer until the batter is smooth, approximately 3 minutes.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake: Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 23 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool on a wire rack until the bottom of the pan is warm to the touch.
- Prepare Lemon Glaze: While the brownies cool, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, ¼ cup lemon juice, vanilla extract, and additional lemon zest in a bowl until smooth. Adjust lemon juice to taste for balance.
- Glaze and Serve: Spread the lemon glaze evenly over the cooled brownies. Cut into 16 squares and serve.
Notes
- Do not overbake the brownies to avoid dryness; the texture should be more cake-like than traditional brownies.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice in the glaze according to your taste preference for a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
