Easy Lemon Brownies With Lemon Glaze Recipe
These easy lemon brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, combining the tangy brightness of lemon with a moist, tender crumb. Made from a yellow cake mix and lemon pudding mix, then finished with a zesty lemon glaze, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and tart, ideal for a quick and refreshing dessert.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- 1 (15.25 oz) box of yellow cake mix
- 1 (4.5 oz) box of lemon instant pudding mix
- 1/3 cup lemon juice (from about 3 medium or 2 large lemons)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Lemon Glaze
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (plus more to thin if needed)
- Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350° F (175° C). Spray an 8 or 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray, then line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy brownie removal.
- Mix Batter: Using an electric mixer on low speed, combine the yellow cake mix, lemon instant pudding mix, 1/3 cup lemon juice, eggs, and lemon zest. Mix until all ingredients are moistened and the dough is thick and well incorporated.
- Bake Brownies: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a rubber spatula or your hands. Bake in the preheated oven for 22-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Brownies: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before glazing. This helps the glaze to set nicely.
- Make Lemon Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if too thick, or more powdered sugar if too thin.
- Glaze and Serve: Using the parchment overhang, carefully lift the cooled brownies out of the pan. Drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the brownies and sprinkle with extra lemon zest for an added burst of flavor. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure better mixing and texture.
- The glaze consistency can be adjusted to your preference; it should be pourable but not too runny.
- For extra lemon flavor, zest lemons before juicing.
- Brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Optional: Add a teaspoon of poppy seeds to the batter for a subtle crunch and enhanced texture.
