Easy Lemon Brownies Recipe: The Perfect Sweet & Tangy Treat
A delicious twist on a classic brownie recipe, these easy lemon brownies are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- These brownies pair well with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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