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    Home » Brownies » Lemon Brownies with Lemon Glaze

    Lemon Brownies with Lemon Glaze

    February 23, 2023 by Liz @ Tasty Treats & Eats 1 Comment

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    Lemon Brownies

    Lemon Brownies that are moist and rich! This Lemon Brownie Recipe is filled with lemon zest and has a delicious glaze that you'll love!

    A stack of lemon brownies with the top one having a bite out of it with lemons in the background

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    While I love a rich, chocolatey brownie (like our Dark Chocolate Brownies or S'mores Brownies), sometimes I love a dessert that is light, refreshing, with a little zest and these Lemon Brownies are absolutely perfect!

    An overhead shot of lemon blondies after being sliced and topped with a lemon glaze on parchment paper on a white background with lemons on the side

    These blondies only take 8 ingredients and less than an hour to make for a dessert that is tart, yet sweet!

    Although it is optional, I highly recommend the super simple lemon glaze that adds the perfect touch to these brownies!

    If you love lemon, try adding lemon zest and lemon juice to our Sugar Cookie Bars or try our Easy Lemon Bars!

    You'll Love these Lemon Brownies 

    • Delicious: Some of the best recipes are simple and still have a ton of flavor. Even though this recipe is made with only a few ingredients it’s loaded with fresh lemon flavor.
    • Cheap: With grocery store costs on the rise, this is a delicious, budget friendly meal!
    • Total Comfort Food: When you need something comforting, this is the ultimate lemon bars recipe!

    Lemon Brownie Recipe Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make these blondies:

    • granulated sugar
    • fresh lemon zest, lemon juice
    • unsalted butter
    • eggs
    • salt
    • all purpose flour
    • powdered sugar
    Ingredients for lemon brownies in white bowls: granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, unsalted butter, eggs, salt, all purpose flour, powdered sugar

    How to make Lemon Brownies with Lemon Glaze

    1. In a bowl, add the sugar and zest and mix them for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the butter and stir until mixed.
    2. Add the eggs and the lemon juice. Continue stirring until combined. Fold in the salt and flour.
    3. Pour the batter into a pan with parchment paper evenly. Bake at 350° for 20 - 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is just set. Place them on a cooling rack to rest until they reach room temperature.
    4. Optional Glaze: In a small bowl, add the powdered sugar and lemon juice and stir until the glaze is smooth and thick.
    5. Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and spread it out with a spatula. Top with lemon zest, slice, and serve at room temperature.
    An overhead shot of a clear bowl of sugar, lemon zest, melted butter mixed together for lemon blondies
    An overhead shot of a clear bowl of unmixed batter for lemon brownies on a white background
    Batter for lemon brownies in a prepared baking pan before baking on a white background
    An overhead shot of lemon blondies with glaze (powdered sugar, lemon juice) added before being sliced, still in the baking pan on a white background with a bowl of lemon zest on the side
    A lemon brownie bar with a bite taken out of it on a wooden board with more in the background

    How to store Lemon Blondies

    Storing: Store in an airtight container and leave on the counter for up to 3 days. The moisture in the brownies does not allow for the brownies to be stored at room temperature for a long period. It's best to store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days!

    Freezing: Store in an airtight container and place in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. I recommend freezing the brownies before adding the glaze because the glaze is quick to make and it will harden in the freezer.

    Tips for the Best Lemon Blondies

    • Whisking the eggs quickly into the batter will give the brownies a slightly crunchy top and chewier edges.
    • If you prefer thinner brownies, use a 9x9 prepared pan.
    • If your glaze is too thin, add more powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time. If your glaze is too thick, add more lemon juice or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time.
    A stack of lemon blondies with the top one having a bite out of it with lemons in the background

    Substitutions for this Recipe:

    Butter: Butter is essential to this recipe. If you use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, you'll want to omit the added salt

    Sugar: We don't recommend substituting white sugar unless you have to, but White sugar can be used interchangeably with brown sugar. You can add 1 teaspoon of molasses to white sugar to make brown sugar. Check out this post on Sugar Substitutes for Baking for other ideas.

    All Purpose Flour: We don't recommend substituting the flour, but you can check out this article on Cake Flour vs. All-Purpose Flour or Substitutions for All-Purpose Flour

    Eggs: We don't recommend substituting eggs, but you can read this article on Egg Substitutions for Baking if you need to substitute. Try it at your own risk!

    Lemon Zest/Juice: We don't recommend using bottled lemon juice. Fresh juice and zest are so much better!

    How to serve a Lemon Blondie

    • fresh fruit on top: You can always add some fresh or frozen blueberries or raspberries to a lemon dessert (like our Lemon Bundt Cake). The combination of flavors really works well together.
    • whipped cream on top
    • with a cup of coffee
    An overhead shot of lemon blondies topped with a homemade lemon glaze on a wooden board on a white background with another plate of blondies and lemons on the side

    Lemon Brownies Recipe FAQ

    What makes a brownie moist?

    Not overcooking and a good amount of fat help make a super moist brownie or blondie!

    What is the difference between a brownie and a blondie?

    Blondies will differ from brownies based on ingredients. Blondies typically use brown sugar and vanilla to create their signature flavor profile (or other "lighter" ingredients), while brownies will use cocoa powder and white sugar. Both are equally delicious!

    Other Lemon Desserts:

    We love lemon desserts and these are some of our favorites:

    • Raspberry Lemon Bundt Cake
    • Lemon Cool Whip Cookies
    • Instant Pot Lemon Cheesecake
    • Italian Lemon Olive Oil Cake
    • Lemon Bundt Cake
    A stack of lemon brownies with the top one having a bite out of it with lemons in the background

    Lemon Blondies

    Lemon Brownies that are moist and rich! This Lemon Brownie Recipe is filled with lemon zest and has a delicious glaze that you'll love!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: lemon blondies, lemon brownies, lemon brownies with lemon glaze
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 9 brownies
    Calories: 320kcal

    Ingredients

    Brownies

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
    • 1 stick unsalted butter melted (½ cup)
    • 2 large eggs room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    Glaze

    • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°. Line an 8x8 baking pan with 2 small pieces of parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl, add the sugar and zest and mix them for 1 minute until fragrant.
    • Pour in the melted butter and stir until mixed.
    • Add the eggs and the lemon juice. Continue stirring until the eggs have been completely combined.
    • Fold in the salt and flour. The batter should be thick and wet.
    • Pour the batter into the parchment-lined pan, spread it out evenly, and bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is just set. Place the brownies on a cooling rack to rest until they reach room temperature (about 30 minutes)
    • Optional Glaze: In a small bowl, add the powdered sugar and lemon juice and stir until the glaze is smooth and thick.
    • Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and spread it out with a spatula. Top with lemon zest, slice, and serve at room temperature.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 368IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. elizabethtaylor

      January 29, 2023 at 12:55 am

      5 stars
      I made these today and WOW! They are so delicious. VERY lemony, but the sweetness evens it out for the perfect little dessert! I definitely recommend and will be making again!

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