🍋 Fudgy Lemon Brownies: Your New Favorite Citrus Treat

These lemon brownies are soft, chewy, tangy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor! Topped with a zesty glaze, they’re the ultimate sunshine dessert perfect for spring, summer, or whenever you crave something bright and sweet. 💛✨

🍋 What Are Lemon Brownies?

Lemon brownies are a citrusy twist on the classic brownie — but without the chocolate! ❌🍫

Instead, they’re made with:
🍋 Fresh lemon juice and zest
🍰 A soft, dense, and fudgy base
💛 A bright, sweet-tart flavor in every bite

These bars have the chewy texture of a blondie with the refreshing zing of lemon bars, making them perfect for spring, brunch, or any time you’re craving something light and sweet! ☀️

Many lemon brownie recipes (like this one!) are topped with a simple lemon glaze that:
✨ Boosts the lemon flavor
💧 Adds extra moisture
🌟 Gives a pretty, glossy finish

Lemon lovers, this one’s for you! 🍋💕

✨ Why You’ll Love These Lemon Brownies

✔️ Zingy lemon flavor in every bite
✔️ Buttery, fudgy texture (not cakey!)
✔️ Simple ingredients, no mixer needed
✔️ Topped with a glossy lemon glaze 🍋
✔️ Perfect for brunch, bake sales, or sunny days ☀️

🗝️ Key Ingredients 🥣

🍋 For the Brownies:

Flour – The base that keeps them soft
Cornstarch – Makes them melt-in-your-mouth tender
Lemon Zest 🍋 – Rubbed into sugar for max citrus punch
Melted Butter – Warm and rich
Eggs – Room temp for smooth mixing
Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed, always!
Vanilla – A little warmth to balance the zest

🍥 For the Glaze:

Powdered Sugar – For that smooth drizzle
Lemon Juice – Makes it pop with brightness

👩‍🍳 How to Make Lemon Brownies

Preheat oven to 180 °C (350°F). Grease and line an 8×8" pan with parchment, leaving overhang for easy removal.

Sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.

In a bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest, rubbing with fingers to release flavor 🍋.

Add melted butter, oil, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.

Fold in dry ingredients with a spatula – don’t overmix.

Pour into pan, shake gently to level, tap to remove bubbles. Bake 22 min or until toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Cool 1–2 hrs in pan. Use parchment to lift out.

Mix powdered sugar + lemon juice to make glaze. Spread over cooled brownie and let set 30–60 min.

Slice & enjoy the zesty, fudgy goodness! 💛✨

🍽 Storage Tips

Keep in an airtight container at room temp (3–4 days)
Or refrigerate up to 7 days
Freeze for up to 2 months (without glaze for best results)

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📌 Pin this recipe to brighten your dessert board! These lemon brownies are chewy, citrusy, and totally crave-worthy! 😍✨

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Rest Time 90 mins

Total Time 2 hrs 7 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Cakes & Bakes

Courses: Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 180 C

Servings: 9

Estimated Cost: 8

Calories: 240 kcl

Best Season: Summer

Description

These lemon brownies are a refreshing twist on the classic chocolate treat. Bursting with fresh lemon juice and zest, they’re dense, chewy, and perfectly sweet thanks to a tangy lemon glaze. Easy to make, super fudgy, and perfect for lemon lovers!

Ingredients

🍋 For the Brownie Batter:

1¼ cups all-purpose flour (150 g)
2 tbsp cornstarch (14 g)
½ tsp salt
1¼ cups white sugar (250 g)
2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
¾ cup melted unsalted butter (170 g)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (13 g)
2 large eggs (at room temperature for better mixing 🥚🥚)
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (42 g)
½ tsp vanilla extract (adds warmth and depth 🌼)

🍥 For the Lemon Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar (125 g)
1½ tbsp lemon juice (22 g)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep Your Pan

1
Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease and line an 8x8-inch square pan with parchment (leave overhang to lift later).

2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients

2
Sift 1¼ cups flour, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and ½ tsp salt. Set aside.

3️⃣ Rub Zest Into Sugar

3
In a large bowl, combine 1¼ cups sugar with 2 tbsp lemon zest. Rub together with your fingers until fragrant 🍋.

4️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients

4
Whisk in ¾ cup warm melted butter, 1 tbsp oil, 2 eggs, 3 tbsp lemon juice, and ½ tsp vanilla until smooth.

5️⃣ Combine

5
Fold in dry ingredients gently with a spatula. Don’t overmix!

6️⃣ Bake

6
Pour batter into pan and level it out. Tap to remove air bubbles. Bake 22 mins, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.

7️⃣ Cool

7
Let cool completely in the pan (1–2 hours) before removing.

8️⃣ Glaze

8
Mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 1½ tbsp lemon juice until thick and spreadable. Spread over brownies. Let set 30–60 min.

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