Fresh Lemon Dessert That’s Easy and Irresistible
A bright, fluffy one-bowl lemon dessert that’s sweet, tangy, and easy to clean up. Perfect for casual bakes, brunches, or anytime citrus cravings strike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 squares 1x
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) or 1/2 cup oil
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Optional: powdered sugar or lemon glaze for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line 8×8-inch pan.
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In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
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Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla. Mix well.
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Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold until just combined.
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Pour into pan, smooth top, and bake 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
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Cool 10–15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar or glaze if desired.
Notes
Sub orange or lime for lemon. Add berries or coconut for variation. Store at room temp 3 days or refrigerate 5 days.