Description
Rich fudgy chocolate brownies with a bright lemon glaze, balancing sweetness and citrus acidity for a universally appealing dessert. Fresh lemon zest and juice add aromatic depth without overpowering the chocolate base.
Ingredients
Unsalted Butter 1 cup
Caster Sugar 1 1/2 cups
Dark Cocoa Powder 3/4 cup
Large Eggs 2
Plain Flour 1 1/2 cups
Baking Powder 1 tsp
Lemon Zest 1 tbsp
Lemon Juice 2 tbsp
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper
Mix butter and sugar in bowl until light and fluffy
Beat in eggs one at a time incorporating completely
Stir in cocoa powder and vanilla extract
Whisk dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and pinch of salt
Gradually fold dry mixture into wet ingredients
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan
Bake for 25-30 minutes
Notes
Use coconut oil for vegan option
Granulated sugar can be substituted (reduce to 1 1/4 cups if used)
Gluten-free flour works as alternative
Use microplane grater for optimal lemon zest extraction
Freshly squeezed lemon juice is essential for proper balance
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg