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Lemon Brownies

🍋 Lemon Brownies – Bright, Fudgy, and Irresistibly Zesty

These Lemon Brownies are rich, dense, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. With a soft, fudgy texture and a sweet-tangy lemon glaze, they’re the perfect dessert for spring, summer, or whenever you crave something citrusy and indulgent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Bake 24 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 16
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Lemon Brownies
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: extra lemon zest for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 8×8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
  7. Let brownies cool completely.
  8. Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice to form glaze.
  9. Spread glaze over cooled brownies and let set before slicing.

Notes

Do not overbake—lemon brownies should stay dense and fudgy.
For extra zing, add a pinch of lemon extract.
Chill brownies before slicing for cleaner edges.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.