Lemon Brownies: The Easy, Indulgent Dessert You’ll Love
Lemon Brownies are a zesty and rich dessert that combines the flavors of citrus with a fudgy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, you can add a powdered sugar glaze on top.
- They can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Lemon Brownies