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Fudgy Lemon Brownies with Tangy Glaze

A close-up of a fudgy, dark chocolate lemon brownies square topped with white glaze and lemon zest.
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Make these fudgy lemon brownies for a refreshing twist on the classic dessert. This recipe delivers a dense, moist texture and a bright, zesty lemon flavor, finished with a simple, tangy glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon zest (from about 3 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup milk (for glaze)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (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 well combined.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. 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.
  5. Stir in the fresh lemon zest and lemon juice until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, but not wet batter. The edges should look set.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  10. Once the brownies are completely cool, drizzle the tangy lemon glaze evenly over the top.
  11. Allow the glaze to set before cutting the brownies into squares.

Notes

  • For the fudgiest texture, avoid overbaking. Check for moist crumbs rather than a completely clean toothpick.
  • Use fresh lemons for the best zest and juice flavor; bottled juice will change the result.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the amount of milk used in the glaze mixture.

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