Lemon Brownies
Lemon brownies are a vibrant dessert that beautifully combines sweet and tart flavors in a chewy bar. Each bite is packed with fresh lemon zest and juice, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, these lemon brownies will bring brightness to your dessert table and joy to your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
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 large bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon juice and zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, fold in white chocolate chips before baking. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with lemon glaze for an elegant finish.