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Easy & Fudgy Lemon Brownies with Zesty Three-Ingredient Glaze

Four square pieces of fudgy lemon brownies stacked on a white plate, topped with a white lemon glaze and zest.
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Make these soft, tangy lemon brownies that are bursting with fresh citrus flavor. They are simple to prepare and topped with a bright lemon glaze for a refreshing dessert.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the lemon extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  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 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, but not wet batter.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze: Whisk the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice together until smooth. Add a few more drops of juice if the glaze is too thick.
  10. Once the brownies are cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For a more intense lemon flavor, use only fresh lemon zest and juice; avoid bottled juice.
  • If you prefer a chewier texture, slightly underbake the brownies by about 2 minutes.
  • The glaze sets best when the brownies are completely cool.

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