Description
Bright and zesty lemon brownies, perfect for any holiday celebration, especially Easter and Christmas. These chewy bars offer a delightful citrus twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting.
- Optional: Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled brownies.
Notes
- For a chewier brownie, bake for a shorter time. For a cakier brownie, bake for a longer time.
- Ensure your lemon zest is from fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: lemon brownies, holiday dessert, Easter, Christmas, citrus bars, chewy brownies, easy baking