Lemon Brownies
These zesty lemon brownies offer a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the richness of chocolate with the bright tang of lemon. The perfect balance of sweet and tart makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
- * 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- * 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- * 1 cup powdered sugar
- * 4 large eggs
- * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- * Zest of 1 lemon
- * 2 teaspoons lemon zest for extra lemon flavor
- * 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- * 1/2 teaspoon salt
- * 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached (it shouldn't be completely clean).
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a more intense lemon flavor, add an extra tablespoon or two of lemon zest or juice. You can also substitute dark chocolate chips for semisweet. If you prefer a fudgier brownie, underbake by a few minutes.