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Lemon Brownies

Lemon Brownies: Gooey Bliss with a Zesty Twist

Lemon Brownies combine fresh lemons and creamy white chocolate for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 4 oz White Chocolate opt for high-quality brands like Callebaut or Lindt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Organic Lemon Zest use zest from one large lemon
  • 2 large Eggs use room temperature eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can swap with gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust for thickness
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • Whisk
  • Double boiler
  • Brownie Pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Brownies
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). Grease a 7-inch (18 cm) square brownie pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. Combine granulated sugar with organic lemon zest. Rub the zest into the sugar until fragrant.
  3. Melt white chocolate and unsalted butter together in a double boiler until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, beat eggs with the lemon-sugar mixture for 5-7 minutes until pale and thick.
  5. Slowly mix in the melted chocolate followed by vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice.
  6. Sift in all-purpose flour and salt, then gently fold until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze until desired thickness is reached.
  10. Pour the glaze over cooled brownies, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a digital scale for best results and ensure ingredients are at room temperature.

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