Lemon Brownies
Directions
- 1Grate lemon zest into a bowl with sugar and mix gently with your fingers.
- 2Place butter and white chocolate in a separate bowl.
- 3Break the white chocolate into smaller pieces.
- 4Melt together the butter and white chocolate in the microwave in 15-second intervals until smooth.
- 5Pour the sugar and lemon zest mixture into the melted butter and chocolate, then whisk to combine.
- 6Add vanilla extract to the mixture and stir.
- 7Crack eggs into the mixture one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- 8Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
- 9Add flour and salt to the wet mixture.
- 10Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined and a smooth batter forms.
- 11Pour the batter into a 9x9 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- 12Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 27-30 minutes.
- 13Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice.
- 14Add lemon zest to the glaze and whisk until smooth.
- 15Once the brownies are cooled, spread the lemon glaze evenly over the top.
- 16Garnish with additional lemon zest, if desired.
- 17Cut the brownies into squares and serve.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 3 tbsp lemon zest
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup white chocolate
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2.25 cups flour
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Equipment
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Tips
- Zest the lemon into the sugar and mix gently with your fingers while rubbing the zest in.
- Melt together the butter and white chocolate in the microwave in 15 second intervals to avoid burning.
- Bake at 350 for about 27-30 minutes in a 9x9 pan.
- The glaze can be adjusted to your preferred consistency by adding more or less lemon juice.
- Recipe inspo by piesandtacos.
- For best results, allow the brownies to cool completely before glazing and cutting.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Do not overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the brownies tender.
- Store lemon brownies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
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