Gluten-Free Lemon Brownies Recipe
Indulge in the zesty sweetness of these Gluten-Free Lemon Brownies. With a soft, fudgy texture and a refreshing citrus glaze, they’re the perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare wet mixture: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Combine ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 22–26 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Make glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice, drizzle over cooled brownies.
- Finish: Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use melted coconut oil or a vegan butter alternative.
- These brownies have a soft, fudgy texture with a citrusy flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
