Lemon Brownies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
9 brownies
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Calories
202 kcal
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Course
Dessert
Lemon Brownies
Description
These Lemon Brownies start with melting butter and white chocolate together to form a rich base. Incorporating lemon zest into sugar before mixing releases oils, enhancing bright citrus notes. Eggs and extracts add structure and flavor depth.
Flour combined with salt and baking powder ensures a delicate crumb. Adding lemon juice late in the mixing prevents overworking the batter while maintaining prominent lemon taste. The resulting brownies are dense yet tender with a nuanced lemon aroma and sweetness complemented by white chocolate.
The lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice creates a thin, tangy topping that balances the brownies' richness. This dessert serves well as a snack or after-dinner treat.
The recipe advises careful melting of chocolate and butter to avoid scorching and suggests gentle folding to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 1, oz. white chocolate I used Ghirardelli
- 3/4 heaping cup granulated sugar
- 2 Tbsp. lemon zest (from 2 large lemons
- 2 large egg room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 tsp. lemon extract
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup + 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. baking powder
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice fresh
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch light colored aluminized steel baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Place the butter and white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave for 1 minute (cover with a paper towel to prevent splatter), then stir. Continue heating in ~15-30-second increments, stirring between, until the mixture is melted and smooth but not scorched. Remove from the microwave allow to cool slightly.
- Add the sugar and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl. Rub the sugar and lemon zest between your fingertips to create a lemon sugar. This helps release the natural oils and infuses more lemon flavor into the brownies.
- Add the eggs and extracts and whisk for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the white chocolate/butter mixture and fold until combined.
- Add in the flour, salt, and baking powder. Fold a few times.
- Add the lemon juice last.
- Fold until incorporated, do not over mix. (You can fold in some white chocolate chips in this step too, if desired).
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for ~25-30 minutes. The edges will look golden brown, (the tops won't be browned), and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out mostly clean, a few moist crumbs are OK. As always, be careful not to over bake. Allow to cool completely.
- Whisk/stir together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. It should be thick, but pourable. Spread over the cooled lemon brownies with an offset spatula.
- Garnish with lemon zest on top (optional) and allow to set up for ~15-30 minutes before slicing and enjoying...if you can wait! 🤣 Store at room temperature for 2-3 days, or I really enjoy these brownies cold, too!
Notes
- Store brownies in the refrigerator for up to one week to preserve freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze brownies for 2 to 3 months wrapped tightly.
- Allow the butter and white chocolate mixture to cool slightly before combining to avoid scrambling eggs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 202 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1brownie | |
| Calories | 202kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 29mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 403IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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