If you’re craving a dessert that’s both refreshing and indulgent, these Strawberry Lemon Blondies are the perfect solution. They combine the rich, buttery texture of classic blondies with the zesty freshness of lemon and the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries. The balance between the tartness of lemon and the sweetness of strawberries makes this dessert a delightful and unique twist on a classic treat. Finished with a luscious strawberry lemon glaze, these blondies are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a sweet treat for yourself.
Ingredients:
For the Blondies:
- 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, brought to room temperature
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (measure before sifting)
- 1 tablespoon of fresh strawberry puree (crafted from approximately two large strawberries)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (or enough to thin the glaze to a spreadable consistency)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the blondies.
- Prepare the blondie batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream the room-temperature butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated.
- Dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring until fully blended.
- Add strawberries: Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries, being careful not to mash them too much. The strawberries should be evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake: Spread the blondie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Avoid overbaking to keep the blondies moist.
- Cool: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to lift them out of the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze: While the blondies cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together the sifted powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if needed until it’s thick but spreadable.
- Glaze and serve: Once the blondies are completely cool, spread the strawberry lemon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set for about 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.
Conclusion:
These Strawberry Lemon Blondies are the perfect combination of tart and sweet, with a moist, buttery base and a refreshing strawberry lemon glaze that elevates the flavor. Whether you’re serving them at a summer picnic or enjoying them with a cup of tea, these blondies are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to make and packed with fresh fruit, they’re a delicious, unique twist on traditional blondies that everyone will love.
Zesty Strawberry Lemon Blondies: A Sweet and Tangy Treat
Strawberry Lemon Blondies are a buttery, tangydessert made with fresh strawberries and lemon, topped with a strawberry lemonglaze for a sweet and refreshing treat.
Ingredients
For the Blondies:
- 1 cup of softened unsalted butter brought to room temperature
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted (measure before sifting)
- 1 tablespoon of fresh strawberry puree crafted from approximately two large strawberries
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice or enough to thin the glaze to a spreadable consistency
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the blondies.
- Prepare the blondie batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream the room-temperature butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated.
- Dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring until fully blended.
- Add strawberries: Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries, being careful not to mash them too much. The strawberries should be evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake: Spread the blondie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Avoid overbaking to keep the blondies moist.
- Cool: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to lift them out of the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze: While the blondies cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together the sifted powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if needed until it’s thick but spreadable.
- Glaze and serve: Once the blondies are completely cool, spread the strawberry lemon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set for about 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.