Lemon Brownies
This easy recipe for Lemon Brownies has the texture of a fudgy brownie, bursting with white chocolate chips, fresh lemon flavor, and the most delicious glaze on top! They are irresistible!
Ingredients
Brownies
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 2 large eggs + 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (141g)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with a parchment paper sling.
- First, add the butter, eggs, egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and sugar to a medium bowl or large bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together until combined.
- Next, add the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir just until combined.
- Now is the time to include any optional add-ins in the brownies, such as white chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and place in the oven and bake for 18–20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool for about a half hour.
- While the brownies are cooling, create the glaze by combining the ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Glaze the top of the brownies once they've cooled, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours until the glaze is set and the bars are chilled.
Notes
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Storage
- Store: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, store in the refrigerator for up to a week.