Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe: A Refreshingly Sweet Treat for Everyone
This Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe is a deliciously sweet treat that combines the zest of lemons with a moist brownie base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar together.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the lemon juice and zest until evenly incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- Serve these brownies with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg