Lemon-Blueberry Blondies
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 1/2 c. packed light brown sugar
320 g.
- 3/4 c. unsalted butter
melted, slightly cooled, 1 1/2 sticks
- 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 large eggs
lightly beaten 
- 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
180 g.
- 1 c. fresh blueberries
divided
- 1 c. powdered sugar
115 g.
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9" square baking pan cooking spray. Line with parchment, leaving an overhang on 2 opposite sides. Grease parchment with cooking spray.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk brown sugar, butter, vanilla, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Stir in eggs until well combined. Add flour and stir just until combined. Add 3/4 cup blueberries and fold just to distribute.
- 3
Scrape batter into prepared pan; smooth top. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup blueberries.
- 4
Bake blondies until golden and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cool completely.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice, adding water a few drops at a time, until a drizzling consistency is reached. Drizzle glaze over cooled blondies. Let set 15 minutes.
- 6
Using parchment overhang, lift blondies out of pan and transfer to a cutting board. Slice and serve.
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About this Recipe
Ready to discover a dessert that captures the bright, refreshing taste of spring in every bite? These Lemon-Blueberry Blondies are here to prove that blondies deserve center stage, especially when infused with vibrant, fresh flavors.
Why settle for ordinary when you can enjoy something truly special? Too often, blondies are overshadowed, but this recipe embraces their chewy, rich character and elevates it with the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The combination of juicy blueberries and zesty lemon creates a dessert that's both comforting and exciting, a welcome departure from standard fare.
Prepare for a delightful experience with these blondies. Each square offers a tender, chewy interior, bursting with pockets of sweet, slightly tart blueberries. The bright lemon notes from both zest and juice cut through the rich, buttery base, leaving a wonderfully balanced flavor that's both indulgent and surprisingly refreshing. The powdered sugar glaze adds a final touch of sweetness and a lovely tangy finish, ensuring every bite is a joy.
While fresh blueberries are wonderful, you could use good quality frozen blueberries (do not thaw before adding to the batter). If you don't have fresh lemon, a touch of orange zest could offer a different citrus note. For an extra layer of texture and sweetness, consider folding in a handful of white chocolate chips alongside the blueberries before baking.
These Lemon-Blueberry Blondies are perfect for spring gatherings, a casual afternoon treat, or as a vibrant dessert to share with friends. They're a lovely accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, or even served slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.