Lemony Lemon Brownies
Bright, zesty, and bursting with citrus flavor, these Lemony Lemon Brownies are a refreshing twist on a classic dessert.
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 230kcal
Equipment
- Stand Mixer
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Glaze
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 8 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar), sifted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a stand mixer, beat together flour, sugar, salt, and softened butter until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add to flour mixture and beat for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour batter into baking dish and bake for 23–25 minutes, until edges are golden and center is just set.
- Let brownies cool completely in the pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Spread glaze over cooled brownies. Let glaze set before slicing into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Let brownies cool before glazing. Optional: Add white chocolate chips or fresh blueberries for a fun twist!
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Fat: 10g