Description

These lemon brownies deliver a perfect balance of tangy citrus and sweet, fudgy texture, combining rich chocolate decadence with bright, refreshing lemon zest for a unique twist on a classic treat.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (about 1 lemon)

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to keep the fudgy texture.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired, then cut into squares and serve.

Notes

You can add white chocolate chips to the batter for extra sweetness and texture.

Swap lemon zest for lime zest for a different citrus twist.

For a more decadent treat, drizzle a lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice over the cooled brownies.

Use a gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze up to a month, wrapped individually.

Reheat brownies in the microwave for about 15 seconds to restore softness.

Butter can be substituted with dairy-free margarine or coconut oil for a dairy-free version.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg