Easy Lemon Brownies: The Best Quick Treat You’ll Love to Bake
These Easy Lemon Brownies are a delightful and refreshing treat that combines the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for any occasion, they’re quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a nice touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Easy Lemon Brownies, Lemon Dessert, Quick Treat