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Fudgy Lemon Brownies with Bright Lemon Glaze

Close-up of a fudgy Lemon Brownies square showing a dark chocolate base and a thick, bright yellow lemon layer with glaze.
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Make these fudgy, chewy lemon brownies from scratch. They feature a bright, zesty lemon flavor and are topped with a simple, sweet lemon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This is important for fudginess.
  9. While cooling, prepare the glaze: Whisk the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice together until smooth. Add more powdered sugar or lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time, to reach a thick but pourable consistency.
  10. Once the brownies are cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra zesty flavor, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of lemon extract for 1/2 teaspoon of the fresh lemon juice in the batter.
  • If you prefer a thicker, more blondie-like texture, use an 8×8 inch pan instead and increase the baking time by 5 to 10 minutes.
  • You can use fresh lemon juice or bottled for the glaze; fresh provides a brighter taste.

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