Description
Delightful gluten-free lemon brownies, soft and chewy with a burst of fresh lemon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition, then stir in the lemon juice.
- Combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh lemons for zest and juice. Store in an airtight container and keep the brownies cool before cutting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: lemon brownies, gluten-free dessert, lemon treats, easy dessert, chewy brownies