Strawberry Lemon Blondies
These strawberry lemon blondies are the perfect sweet treat, combining rich buttery flavors with the brightness of fresh strawberries and lemon.
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted Melted butter should cool slightly before mixing to avoid cooking the eggs.
- 1.5 cups brown sugar Brown sugar contributes to the caramel flavor.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs work best.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Sifted before measuring for accuracy.
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder Helps with the texture.
- 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Strawberries should be drained and patted dry if very juicy.
- 1 zest lemon Zest before juicing for maximum flavor.
- 1 tablespoon juice of lemon Adds brightness to the flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until smooth.
- Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, along with the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Add the chopped strawberries, lemon zest, and juice, mixing just until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification and texture. Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze for longer storage.