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Lemon Brownies

Course Dessert
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 16

Ingredients

Lemon Brownies:

  • 1 ½ cups white sugar 300 grams
  • 3 tbsp lemon zest
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter 1 ½ sticks or 170 grams
  • 1 cup chopped white chocolate 6 oz or 170 grams
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 287 grams
  • ¼ tsp salt

Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar 125 grams
  • 1-3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions

Lemon Brownies:

  • Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F. (See notes if your oven runs hot.)
  • Prepare Pan: Grease and line an 8x8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
  • Make Lemon Sugar: In a bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Rub them together with your fingers to release the lemon oils.
  • Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped white chocolate and butter. Microwave in 15-second intervals until melted, then whisk until smooth.
  • Combine Ingredients: Add the lemon sugar to the melted mixture and whisk. Add the eggs and whisk. Then, add the lemon juice and mix.
  • Mix Batter: Add the flour and salt, whisking until smooth.
  • Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until the top is set. A toothpick inserted should come out with no moist crumbs.
  • Cool: Let the brownies cool for about 20 minutes.

Lemon Glaze:

  • Prepare Glaze: In a medium bowl, mix the powdered sugar with lemon juice, starting with 1 tablespoon and adding more as needed.
  • Glaze Brownies: Pour the glaze over the brownies and spread with a spatula. Add lemon zest to the glaze or sprinkle it on top.
  • Set Glaze: Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Counter: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.
Fridge: For longer storage, keep in the fridge and bring to room temperature before serving.
Oven Temperature: Use 325°F for hot, convection, or gas ovens.
Variations:
  • Add ¼ tsp almond extract for a different flavor.
  • Try other citrus fruits like oranges or limes.
  • Skip the glaze and dust with powdered sugar.
 
Pan Size: Use an 8x8-inch pan for best results. For a 9x9-inch pan, multiply ingredients by 1.5.
Lemon Sugar: You can also process the sugar and lemon zest in a food processor.
White Chocolate: Use high-quality white chocolate for the best taste. Brands like Lindt, Callebaut, or Valrhona are great, but store brands are fine if that's what you have.