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    Home » Recipes » Spring Recipes

    Fudgy Lemon Brownies with glaze

    Published: Apr 13, 2023 Modified: April 13, 2023 by NinaR

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    Four lemon brownie squares stacked on top of each other. The top brownie has a bite taken from it. Two lemons sit around the brownies.

    Indulge in these fudgy lemon brownies with glaze that will leave you craving more! These bars are packed with zesty lemon flavor and have the characteristic brownie texture that you love.

    Four lemon brownie squares stacked on top of each other.  The top brownie has a bite taken from it.  Two lemons sit around the brownies.

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    • 🍋Brownies with a spring twist
    • 🥘Ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    • ✔️ Expert tips
    • 💭FAQs
    • 📋 Recipe

    🍋Brownies with a spring twist

    These fudgy lemon brownies with glaze have exactly the same fudgy brownie consistency of my fudgy chocolate brownies or mini brownie cakes. Except, they have a bright, tangy lemon flavour to them, much like a lemon bar.

    The glaze isn't a must, but I so recommend it. The sweetness of the glaze pairs exceptionally well with the tangy lemon brownie. Also the white glaze is so striking against the bright yellow colour of the brownie!

    For more lemon recipes, try my No Bake Lemon Cream Cheese Pie, Italian Lemon Cream Cake, or Lemon Raspberry Poke Cake!

    🥘Ingredients

    Ingredients needed to make fudgy lemon brownies.

    Ingredient notes

    • Unsalted butter - If you substitute with salted butter, leave out the salt in the recipe.
    • Lemon juice - Fresh lemon juice will give baked goods a better flavour. Anyway, you need fresh lemons for their zest!

    🔪Instructions

    To make lemon brownies, mix butter and sugar until well combined in a large bowl. Add eggs one at a time, and mix until just combined after each one. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined. Then stir in flour until just combined.

    Recipe step 1 for making lemon brownies.

    Spread batter into a 9"x9" baking pan that is lined with parchment paper, and smooth out the top. Bake for 22-25 minutes at 350°F (180°C), or until the top looks set. Cool completely before adding the glaze.

    Recipe step 2 for making lemon brownies.

    To make the glaze, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and, if using, lemon zest, in a small bowl. The mixture should be pourable. If it's too thick, add more lemon juice.

    Pour glaze over cooled brownies and smooth out. Wait for the glaze to set, and then cut into squares.

    Glaze for brownies in a white bowl.  A spoon is above the bowl and glaze is running off the spoon, back in to the bowl.

    For more step-by-step photos and instructions, see the web story for fudgy lemon brownies with glaze!

    A scattering of glazed lemon brownies on brown parchment paper. Two lemons are around the brownies.

    ✔️ Expert tips

    • Line your baking pan with parchment paper to easily remove the brownies.
    • Make sure the brownies are fully cooled before enjoying them. They need time to set and be fudgy.
    • Add in white chocolate chips or chopped nuts if you like.
    • Try adding different citrus juices for different flavours.
    • Want more brownies? Double the recipe and bake in a 9"x13" baking pan. The baking time will be a little longer.

    💭FAQs

    Can I freeze these?

    Yes, wrap the brownies in plastic wrap and then store into freezer bags for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature over night.

    What makes brownies so fudgy?

    A fudgy brownie has higher fat to flour ratio. A cakey brownie has more flour and added baking powder.

    What is lemon glaze made out of?

    Lemon glaze is made out of only 2-3 ingredients - powdered sugar, lemon juice, and optionally, lemon zest.

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    Four lemon brownie squares stacked on top of each other. The top brownie has a bite taken from it. Two lemons sit around the brownies.

    Fudgy Lemon Brownies with glaze

    Nina
    Indulge in these fudgy lemon brownies with glaze that will leave you craving more! These bars are packed with zesty lemon flavor and have the characteristic brownie texture that you love.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 22 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine North American
    Servings 9 squares
    Calories 209 kcal

    Equipment

    • one 9x9 baking pan

    Ingredients
     
     

    Lemon Brownies

    • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs room temperature
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon salt 1
    • 1 cup all purpose flour

    Lemon Glaze

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest optional

    Instructions
     

    Lemon Brownies

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9"x9" baking pan with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, mix butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, and mix until just combined after each one.
    • Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined. Stir in flour until just combined.
    • Spread batter into prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the top looks set. Cool completely.

    Lemon Glaze

    • In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and, if using, lemon zest. The mixture should be pourable. If it's too thick, add more lemon juice.
    • Pour glaze over cooled brownies and smooth out. Wait for the glaze to set, and then cut into squares.
    • Store brownies at room temperature for up to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

    Notes

    • Line your baking pan with parchment paper to easily remove the brownies.
    • Make sure the brownies are fully cooled before enjoying them. They need time to set and be fudgy.
    • Add in white chocolate chips or chopped nuts if you like.
    • Try adding different citrus juices for different flavours.
    • Want more brownies? Double the recipe and bake in a 9"x13" baking pan. The baking time will be a little longer.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 61mgPotassium: 33mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 280IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Sandra Fleming

      May 14, 2023 at 6:52 pm

      5 stars
      surprised that there was no leaving, however, they were well received. Good recipe and easy to put together

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      • Nina

        May 14, 2023 at 7:55 pm

        Hi Sandra! To make brownies really fudgy, you don't add leavening in the batter. Leavening would make brownies more cake like.

        Reply

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