Strawberry Lemon Blondies: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Treat
Introduce a burst of summer into your baking repertoire with these Strawberry Lemon Blondies. This delightful recipe marries the tangy zest of lemons with the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh strawberries, topped off with a vibrant strawberry-lemon glaze. Perfect for picnics, afternoon teas, or as a cheerful dessert, these blondies offer a refreshing twist on the traditional brownie.
Ingredients
For the Blondies:
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup, at room temperature
- Sugar: 3/4 cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Fresh Lemon Juice: 1/4 cup
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 1/4 cups
- Baking Powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Fresh Strawberries: 1 cup, diced
For the Glaze:
- Powdered Sugar: 1 cup, sifted
- Strawberry Puree: 1 tbsp (made from about 2 large strawberries)
- Lemon Juice: About 1 tbsp or as needed for consistency
Directions
To Make the Blondies:
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, then mix in the lemon juice. It’s okay if the mixture appears to separate slightly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add Strawberries:
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan using an offset spatula.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Be careful not to overbake.
- Let the blondies cool completely in the pan set on a wire rack.
To Make the Glaze:
- Prepare Strawberry Puree:
- Puree the strawberries and strain to obtain 1 tbsp of puree.
- Mix the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice if necessary.
- Finish the Blondies:
- Once cooled, spread the glaze over the top of the blondies.
- Allow the glaze to set before lifting the blondies out of the pan and slicing into bars.
Serving and Storage
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 16 bars
These Strawberry Lemon Blondies are as beautiful as they are delicious, making them perfect for sharing with friends and family. The combination of lemon and strawberry not only looks stunning but also provides a refreshing, fruity flavor that’s hard to resist. Enjoy these delightful treats at your next gathering or as a special treat for yourself!
Strawberry Lemon Blondies
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including Cooling Time)
- Yield: 16 1x
Description
Strawberry Lemon Blondies are a delightful fusion of bright flavors and soft textures, making them an appealing treat for any dessert lover. The blondies are beautifully golden with specks of red strawberries, topped with a vibrant, glossy strawberry-lemon glaze that enhances their visual appeal.
Ingredients
For the Blondies:
1 cup unsalted butter, at 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
1 tbsp strawberry puree (from about 2 large strawberries)
Lemon juice, about 1 tbsp or as needed for consistency
Instructions
To Make the Blondies:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, then mix in the lemon juice (it’s okay if it doesn’t fully incorporate).
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the diced strawberries. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread evenly with an offset spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden around the edges and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Do not overbake.
Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
To Make the Glaze:
Puree the strawberries and strain to get 1 tbsp of puree.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and enough lemon juice to achieve a spreadable consistency.
Once the blondies are cool, spread the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes