Here comes spring! Time for some bright and fresh desserts, like these Tangy Lemon Brownies. They will quickly become one of your favorite easy dessert recipes.
I’m a chocolate fiend, but this time of year, I love to use fresh lemons in my baking. These Lemon Brownies have the texture of regular brownies but with a vibrant, tangy flavor.
If you haven’t made brownies from scratch before, it’s really easy! We usually make chocolate brownies, but this is just perfect for spring!
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This recipe uses simple pantry baking ingredients, and you only need one fresh lemon.
Zest the lemon first, then use half of the zest for the brownie batter and half for the icing.
My family just loves these Tangy Lemon Brownies, and they’re quick enough to whip up for any occasion.
Looking for more flavors for spring? These Orange Cranberry Muffins will brighten your morning! Like Chocolate? Try these Brownie Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.
Tangy Lemon Brownies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 lemon zest
Lemon Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare an 8x8 inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and salt. Mix in the softened butter.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice and zest. Add to the bowl of dry ingredients and stir to combine.
- Pour batter into 8x8 inch prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- Make the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, lemon juice and zest together. Pour over the top of the cooled brownies.
