Lemon Brownies Citrus Glaze (Print)
Moist lemon brownies with a zesty citrus glaze and tender crumb—bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Brownie Base
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125 g all-purpose flour
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150 g granulated sugar
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1.25 ml salt
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113 g unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs
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2 tablespoons lemon zest
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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2.5 ml vanilla extract
→ Citrus Glaze
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65 g powdered sugar
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15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a 20×20 cm baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang for easy removal.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Blend in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Gently stir in all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until combined and no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
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Transfer batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
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Allow the baked brownie base to cool fully in the pan set on a wire rack before glazing.
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In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and combined.
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Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled brownies. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set the glaze, then slice into bars.
# Notes:
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Always use fresh lemon juice and zest for maximum citrus aroma and flavor.
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Do not overbake the brownies in order to retain a soft, tender crumb.
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Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
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For additional brightness, add a few drops of lemon extract to the batter.