Description
Lemon brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, combining rich, chewy texture with a burst of zesty lemon flavor. Their sunny yellow hue and irresistible aroma will brighten any occasion, whether it’s a summer picnic or a cozy family gathering. Perfectly sweet yet tart, these treats are sure to bring smiles to everyone who tries them. Easy to make and even easier to customize, they can include mix-ins like blueberries or nuts for an extra touch of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, melt the butter and mix in granulated sugar until blended. Add eggs one at a time followed by lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean but moist.
- Allow to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg