Description
A delightful treat that combines rich brownies with a zesty twist of lemonade, topped with a vibrant pink glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the brownies are cooling, mix the powdered sugar, milk, lemon juice, and food coloring in a bowl to create the pink glaze.
- Once the brownies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
To store, place in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. For long-term storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg