Description
Lemon brownies offer a tangy twist on classic chocolate treats, blending zesty citrus with buttery sweetness. Creamy lemon glaze and bright flavors make this dessert a refreshing escape that will delight your palate with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226 grams) butter, softened to room temperature
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams) sugar
- 1 ½ cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
Citrus Components:
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
Finishing Elements:
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C) and coating a 9×13 inch pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal.
- Combine softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl, whipping until the mixture becomes ethereal and cloud-like, incorporating vibrant lemon zest for intense citrus fragrance.
- Introduce eggs and fresh lemon juice to the butter mixture, blending until the texture transforms into a smooth, harmonious emulsion.
- Gently fold flour and salt into the liquid ingredients, using minimal stirring to maintain a delicate batter consistency and prevent potential toughness.
- Transfer the lemon-infused batter into the prepared pan, carefully spreading to create an even layer that promises uniform baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven, allowing the brownies to bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges develop a golden hue and the center achieves a stable, set texture.
- Validate doneness by inserting a toothpick, which should emerge with minimal, moist crumbs clinging to its surface.
- Craft a luminous glaze while the brownies are still radiating heat, whisking ingredients to create a silky, pourable consistency that complements the citrus dessert.
- Drizzle the glaze across the warm brownies, enabling it to seep into the delicate crumb and enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Allow the lemon brownies to cool completely, then slice into elegant squares, presenting a refreshing twist on the classic brownie.
Notes
- Zest matters: Use fresh, organic lemons for the most vibrant citrus flavor and intense aroma that elevates these brownies from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Mixing magic: Cream butter and sugar thoroughly to create a light, tender texture that melts in your mouth, ensuring a smooth and consistent batter.
- Precision is key: Avoid overmixing the flour to prevent tough, dense brownies; stop stirring as soon as ingredients are just combined for the perfect, delicate crumb.
- Doneness test: Check brownies with a toothpick – a few moist crumbs mean perfectly baked bars that remain wonderfully soft and moist.
- Glaze game: Pour warm glaze immediately over hot brownies to allow maximum absorption, creating an intense lemon flavor and glossy, irresistible finish.
- Storage tip: These lemon brownies stay fresh for 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature, making them perfect for make-ahead desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg