Description
These Strawberry Lemon Blondies are a soft, chewy, and buttery dessert infused with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon. Topped with a luscious strawberry-lemon glaze, they’re bursting with fruity flavor and perfect for spring and summer treats. Whether for a bake sale, afternoon snack, or special occasion, these blondies will be a hit!
Ingredients
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For the Blondies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For the Strawberry Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tablespoon strawberry puree (from 2 large strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Blondie Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and lemon juice, mixing until combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the Strawberries:
- Gently mix in the diced strawberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake the Blondies:
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely before adding the glaze.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- Blend or mash 2 large strawberries into a puree.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Glaze and Serve:
- Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled blondies.
- Let it set for 10-15 minutes, then slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Fresh Strawberries: Ripe strawberries provide the best natural sweetness.
- Avoid Overmixing: Stir just until combined to keep the blondies soft.
- Glaze Consistency: Add more lemon juice if it’s too thick, or more powdered sugar if it’s too thin.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
- Freezing Option: Wrap blondies tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American