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Lemon Brownies Recipe – Sunshine in Every Bite!

Fudgy, bright lemon brownies with real citrus flavor and a smooth lemon glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest fresh
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice fresh

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  5. Fold in flour and salt just until combined.
  6. Pour batter into pan and smooth top.
  7. Bake 22–26 minutes until set with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool completely before glazing.
  9. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and spread over brownies.

Notes

Use fresh lemons for best flavor. Do not overbake.