Strawberry Lemon Blondies: Easy

Why Make This Recipe

These strawberry lemon blondies are a sweet treat with a twist. They are easy to make and full of fresh flavor. With a nice balance of sweet strawberries and zesty lemon, they are perfect for any occasion.

How to Make Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Making strawberry lemon blondies is simple. You will mix the wet and dry ingredients, fold in the strawberries, and bake. Once they cool, you add a sweet glaze for extra yumminess.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1-2 tablespoons strawberry juice or milk (for glaze)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter with both sugars until well combined.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped strawberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with strawberry juice or milk until smooth.
10. Allow the blondies to cool completely, then drizzle the glaze on top.
11. Cut into squares and serve.

How to Serve Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Serve these blondies warm or at room temperature. They are great with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee.

How to Store Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Store the blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. You can also keep them in the fridge for up to a week. If you want to reheat, just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds.

Tips to Make Strawberry Lemon Blondies

• Make sure to chop the strawberries into small pieces for even flavor.
• Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best taste.
• Do not overmix the batter; mix until just combined for soft blondies.
• Let the blondies cool completely before adding the glaze to avoid melting.

Variations

• Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
• Use frozen strawberries if fresh ones are not available.
• Try adding a handful of chopped nuts for some crunch.

FAQs

• Can I use frozen strawberries? Yes, just make sure to thaw and drain them before using.
• What if I don’t have lemon juice? You can use lime juice as a substitute.
• How do I know when they are done baking? A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

Strawberry Lemon Blondies

These strawberry lemon blondies are a sweet treat with a twist, featuring fresh strawberries and zesty lemon for a delightful dessert.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Chop into small pieces for even flavor.
• Zest of 1 lemon Use fresh lemon zest for the best taste.
• Juice of 1 lemon Fresh lemon juice preferred.

Ingredients for Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons strawberry juice or milk For glaze consistency.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter with both sugars until well combined.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped strawberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Baking

1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Garnishing

1. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with strawberry juice or milk until smooth.
2. Allow the blondies to cool completely, then drizzle the glaze on top.
3. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Great with vanilla ice cream, tea, or coffee. Store blondies in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge. Reheat in microwave for a few seconds. Make sure to chop strawberries into small pieces for even flavor. Do not overmix the batter; mix until just combined for soft blondies.