Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe: Indulge in a Citrus Delight at Home
Discover the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess with these easy lemon brownies. A delightful treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest, and continue mixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider drizzling a lemon glaze on top after baking.
- Allow brownies to cool completely for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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