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AMAZING LEMON BROWNIES RECIPE

Brighten your day with these AMAZING LEMON BROWNIES! This easy-to-make recipe combines the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, resulting in a chewy texture that tantalizes your taste buds. Baked to golden perfection, these lemon brownies are a delightful treat for gatherings or a simple snack at home.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add lemon juice, zest, and optional lemon extract.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix!
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Cool slightly before cutting into squares.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: For an extra twist, consider adding white chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter for added flavor and texture. To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute regular flour with gluten-free all-purpose flour.