Frosted Lemon Brownies
These Frosted Lemon Brownies combine a zesty lemon flavor with a luscious frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice About 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Fresh is best
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Frosting
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk Any kind will work
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Preparing the Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Baking the Brownies
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let it cool completely before frosting.
Making the Frosting
- For the frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread over cool brownies.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for juice and zest; the flavor is far superior to bottled versions. Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.