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The Best Fudgy Lemon Brownies with Bright Lemon Glaze

Close-up of two fudgy Lemon Brownies topped with white glaze and lemon zest.
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Make moist, fudgy lemon brownies that deliver a bright, zesty citrus flavor, finished with a sweet lemon glaze. This easy recipe is perfect for a refreshing afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 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 a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the brownies fudgy.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Add more lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  11. Once the brownies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For the most intense lemon flavor, use fresh lemons for both zest and juice.
  • If you prefer a slightly chewier texture, reduce the baking time by about 2 minutes.
  • You can add white chocolate chips to the batter for extra richness.

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