Strawberry Lemon Blondies
These Strawberry Lemon Blondies combine fruity sweetness and zesty tang, creating a refreshing dessert that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Use fresh for best flavor.
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons strawberry puree
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting some overhang for easier removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and cohesive.
- Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined — don’t overmix!
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice until dispersed evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the blondies cool, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar with strawberry puree until smooth and creamy.
- Let the blondies cool completely in the pan before drizzling with the glaze.
- Cut into squares and serve at room temperature.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh strawberries. Do not overbake; the blondies should remain soft in the center. Consider adding white chocolate chips or swapping citrus for variations.