Description
These tangy and creamy Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies combine the rich texture of classic brownies with a refreshing lemon twist. Softened cream cheese and lemon juice are incorporated into a sweet batter, baked to perfection, and topped with a smooth lemon icing for a delightful dessert that’s both sweet and zesty.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3–4 drops yellow food coloring
Icing
- Powdered sugar (approximately 1 cup)
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Yellow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure a perfectly baked brownie.
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and grease the sides with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup all-purpose flour thoroughly.
- Add Butter and Cream Cheese: Add softened butter and cream cheese to the dry mixture and beat until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Stir in the eggs, lemon juice, and yellow food coloring into the batter, mixing until smooth and evenly colored.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula, and bake for 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 30 minutes to set properly.
- Prepare Icing: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until you achieve a smooth, pourable icing consistency.
- Finish: Pour the lemon icing evenly over the cooled brownies and spread gently. Optionally, sprinkle yellow sprinkles on top for decoration.
- Serve: Slice into 9 squares and enjoy the tangy, creamy goodness of Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies!
Notes
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are fully softened for easier mixing and better texture.
- Adjust lemon juice in the icing to your preferred level of tartness.
- Yellow food coloring is optional but enhances the visual appeal of the brownies.
- Cool the brownies completely before icing to prevent melting.
- You can store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
