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Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

4.5 from 53 votes
These moist, gooey blondies with the consistency of a chocolate fudge brownie, except this version is bursting with lemon flavor and topped with a simple lemon glaze. These bars are sure to be become a favorite!
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Published on , Updated December 21, 2024
4.5 from 53 votes

These moist, gooey blondies with the consistency of a chocolate fudge brownie, except this version is bursting with lemon flavor and topped with a simple lemon glaze. These bars are sure to be become a favorite!

Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Oh. My. Goodness.  I am so excited about these Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze. They are chewy, gooey bars of lemony goodness.

I have tried so many variations of brownie and blondie recipes over the years that just don’t have that brownie-like texture I’m looking for. 

This is not one of those recipes! In my opinion, brownies and blondies should be dense, moist, and a bit gooey. The texture of these blondies is perfect, and the lemon flavor is just right–the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

It took quite a bit of trial and error to recreate that brownie-like texture in a lemon bar, but I think I’ve finally done it with this recipe.

Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

I like a fat brownie, so I doubled the original recipe but baked it in the same size pan, so I’m sure you could get a 9×13 size pan out of this if you prefer a thinner blondie.

You’ll just need to double the glaze if you use a 9×13 pan.  And doubling the recipe may not be a bad idea, since my family consumed the entire 9-inch pan in under 2 hours.

These lemon bars are the perfect spring dessert, and would be wonderful for an Easter or Mother’s Day brunch. But don’t wait for a special occasion to make them! They’re definitely worthy of a special occasion, and super easy, and you really need to try the ASAP!

If you love lemon, and especially lemon desserts, these Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze are destined to become one of your favorite sweet treats!

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Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

Ingredients

  • Flour
  • Salt
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Lemons
  • Eggs
  • Powdered sugar
Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze

These moist, gooey blondies with the consistency of a chocolate fudge brownie, except this version is bursting with lemon flavor and topped with a simple lemon glaze. These bars are sure to be become a favorite!
4.53 from 53 votes
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Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 10 -12 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients 

For the blondies

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

For the glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 9-inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together flour and salt.
  • Using an electric mixer, cream the butter, sugar and lemon zest at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture, mixing until incorporated.
  • Spread batter into prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze by combining the powdered sugar, lemon juice and zest in a small bowl. Spread over brownies and let set for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 234mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g
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26 comments

  • carmen barroso ramirez

    Hola, he hecho este blondie y nos ha enamorado, he cambiado cantidades aqui utilizamos mas los gramos que las tazas, y le he añadido un yogur. Lo he publicado en mi blog espero que no te importe, besos.

  • Do you really make this in an 8″x8″ pan? I made it and it practically overflowed! I am going to try in a 9″x13″ pan next time. Great flavor though! 🙂

  • I’ve made these once omitting the glaze (delicious without) so moist and tasty. I’ve just put one into the oven with a passion fruit curd and crumble topping!

    • R.E. the passion fruit and crumble versions – I’ve eaten enough of them now to say they are definitely yummy! Just goes to show that once you find a reliable recipe – thank you – you can mess around with it a bit and have endless awesomeness!
      Happy baking

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