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May 10, 2015

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Lemon Brownies

I need lots of sunshine in my life. And when the actual sun isn’t present, which is frequent here in Michigan, I turn to Mom. She is my sunshine when that big star in the sky is hidden behind clouds and snow and other yucky things or when even at its brightest, said star isn’t enough.

My life is unique, unlike no one else’s and in flux constantly as I wade my way through the turbulent waters and try to find my place in the world. Luckily, I’ve been blessed with a mom who stands by me no matter what.

Lemon Brownies

She comforts me when I’m crying about things big and small. She helps me come up with ideas for my writing. Seriously, she should get a job as an editor. She bakes and cooks with me and does the dishes, even when she doesn’t want too. She goes shopping with me, and every once in awhile buys things on a whim.

She tells me things are going to work out and all my dreams will come true (or at least some of them) when I can’t see that ever happening. I imagine she sometimes doubts it too, but she never tells me. And most of all, she loves me. The love of a mom is a powerful thing, more powerful than even the sun sometimes.

Lemon Brownies

I know my life and Mom’s life haven’t turned out in the way we hoped as of late, but I won’t give up and things will get better. One day soon, maybe I can take some of the pressure off of Mom and be the sun in our worlds. She can take over as the moon.

When Mom needs a little extra sunshine, we love to make lemon desserts together. These Lemon Brownies were one of our favorites. I’ve made Orange Brownies before, but they were more like orange cake. These are definitely brownie like. They are rich, dense, and almost gooey in the center. The lemon flavor shines through and the glaze, applied when warm, melts in, intensifying that gooey brownie-ness.

Celebrate Mom all the time, but make today extra special with these Lemon Brownies!

Lemon Brownies

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  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 9 large brownies 1x
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Brownies

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Glaze

  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8 inch square pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy. I did this by hand, but a hand or stand mixer would work as well. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in the lemon juice, followed by the flour and salt. Mix until just combined.
  3. Bake for 35-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  4. Toward the end of baking time, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, lemon zest and juice. Add more sugar or juice as necessary until a thick, but pourable glaze is formed.
  5. Poke holes in the brownies with a toothpick and spread the glaze on top. Cover the whole thing. Allow to cool completely in pan before cutting and serving.
  6. Bars may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or frozen, wrapped in parchment and foil and placed in a zipper bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature about an hour or in the microwave 30 seconds.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Foodista

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes

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Celebratory Sips

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  • La Vie en Rose by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
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Starters and Salads

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  • Healthy Ham Salad Minis by Momma’s Meals
  • Pate with Spiced Pears by The Joyful Foodie
  • Pesto Pasta Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers
  • Super Sunny Dutch Oven Sourdough by What Smells So Good?

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  • Coriander Salmon with Capered Green Beans by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
  • Dutch Baby Pancake by Curious Cuisiniere
  • Goat Cheese Scrambled Eggs and Ramps in Puff Pastry by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
  • Mimosa Waffles by Sew You Think You Can Cook
  • Mushroom Manchego Cream Filled Crepes by Lifestyle Food Artistry
  • Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Arugula Salad by Casa de Crews
  • Smoked Salmon & Shaved Asparagus Gruyere Quiche with a Pine Nut Crust by Simply Healthy Family

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Filed Under: Baked Goods, Bars, Brownies Tagged With: Brownies, Lemon, Spring

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Comments

  1. Renee says

    May 10, 2015 at 7:18 am

    Those are the fluffiest brownies I’ve ever seen. How delightful.

    Reply
  2. Joanne says

    May 10, 2015 at 7:22 am

    I love how close you and your mom are and I’m wishing you two so much happiness!! What lovely lemon brownies! These are definitely sunshine in a pan!

    Reply
  3. Tara says

    May 10, 2015 at 11:04 am

    What a wonderful looking dessert, love that they are lemon!! Can’t get enough of it lately!!

    Reply
  4. Liz says

    May 10, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    iYour lemon brownies look terrific! The texture is perfect! Happy Mother’s Day to your wonderful mom!

    Reply
  5. Stacy says

    May 10, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    Gooey AND lemony and I’m sold!

    Reply
  6. Beth says

    May 10, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    I love lemon desserts, and I think these would be one of my favourites! Gorgeous.

    Reply
  7. Kelly @ TastingPage says

    May 10, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    Your mother sounds like a wonderful woman. What a great tribute to her and nice recipe to share with her as well. Happy Mother’s Day.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 11, 2015 at 10:19 am

      She is wonderful. Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  8. Becky @ Olives n Wine says

    May 10, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    What a sweet post to your mama! I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day together 🙂 And these lemon brownies look delicious! I always forget about lemon desserts, but they’re super popular down here. Lemon-y flavors are great in the heat.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 11, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Kind of like key lime pie is popular in Florida. I bet there are some amazing ones in your area. That’s always been one of my favorite desserts!

      Reply
  9. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

    May 10, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    I wish my daughter was as close with me!

    Reply
  10. The Ninja Baker says

    May 10, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    You are very blessed indeed to have such a bright source of encouragement and love, Laura. Looks like your mother has an excellent palate, too. Lemon desserts are pleasers in this Ninja Baker’s kitchen, too! P.s. Sprinkles in Beverly Hills and Susie’s Cakes in Brentwood has fantabulous lemony desserts, too. I share that so you’ll know where to go when in LA =)

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 11, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Thanks, Kim! Yes, Sprinkles is already on my LA list 🙂

      Reply
  11. Valerie Cathell Clark says

    May 10, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    I am so drooling over these beautiful lemon brownies! MUST make soon!

    Reply
  12. Caroline says

    May 10, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    We’re big in to lemon as well (and I’ve brought lemon to Sunday Supper too!) but have never had lemon brownies. They sound great!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 11, 2015 at 10:17 am

      Thanks, Caroline!

      Reply
  13. Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says

    May 10, 2015 at 9:30 pm

    These are definitely going on my to make list. What a wonderful tribute to your Mom. Happy Mother’s Day

    Reply
  14. Shaina says

    May 11, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    I’m so glad I finally gave in and started to like lemon desserts or I’d be missing out on delicious options like these brownies!

    Reply
  15. Joy | The Joyful Foodie says

    May 12, 2015 at 11:45 pm

    That was a beautiful read. You and your mama have such a great relationship! These lemon brownies have me written all over them. I love a good lemon dessert, and who can say no to brownies? Perfect combo.

    Reply
  16. John@Kitchen Riffs says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:52 am

    Sounds like your mom is A++! These brownies sure are — and perfect for me, because I so love lemon. Good stuff — thanks.

    Reply
  17. Sarah says

    May 14, 2015 at 7:25 pm

    This would be perfect for our schools graduation tea!

    Reply
  18. Debbie Eccard says

    May 17, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    Lemon! I love lemon…..these look fabulous! And I agree, your mom is pretty terrific!!

    Reply
  19. Cathleen @ A Taste Of Madness says

    May 18, 2015 at 10:06 am

    Lemon brownies? I think I’m in love! This sounds amazing!

    Reply
  20. Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says

    May 18, 2015 at 10:42 am

    What a unique dessert, they look incredible and having a lemon dessert is always a refreshing option.

    Reply
  21. Debbie says

    April 11, 2016 at 6:48 am

    I hate to ask this, but do you think they’d still be good without the glaze? Not a glaze fan!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 11, 2016 at 1:41 pm

      I absolutely think they would be great without the glaze. Let me know how they turn out, Debbie!

      Reply
  22. Nani Wijaya Nasution says

    April 15, 2016 at 5:54 am

    Wow! Wonderful! I love these brownies, thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 15, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you, Nani!

      Reply
  23. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

    March 26, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    These lemon brownies look yummy and I definitely think they could brighten anyone’s day!! Xoxo

    Reply

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