Skinny Lemon Brownies
Recipes Cakes Desserts Healthy Cooking Holidays Quick and Easy
Description
You don't have to be watching your weight to enjoy these better for you lemon brownies. But, if you are on a diet, they have 96 calories per serving, and are worth 5 Smart Points or 3 Points plus.
Ingredients
non-stick cooking spray
1 stick butter, softened
3/4 c. granulated sugar
2 large or extra large eggs
1/2 t. vanilla extract
2 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 T. lemon zest
1/2 c. all purpose flour
1/4 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1/4 t. Kosher or sea salt
1/4 t. baking soda
1/4 t. baking powder
Lemon glaze:
1/2 c. sifted powdered sugar
2 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 t. cold water, if needed
lemon zest, for garnish
Directions
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Preheat oven to 340 degrees. Lightly spray a non-stick 8 or 9 inch square pan with cooking spray; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, using a hand held mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter with the sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until well incorporated; add vanilla extract; add lemon juice and zest; mix just until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flours, salt, baking soda and baking powder; add flour mixture into the wet ingredients; beat at medium speed for 1 - 2 minutes, until nice and creamy.
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-24 minutes, trying not to over-bake. The edges should turn lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center should have moist crumbs.
Let cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes. While cooling, stir together the glaze ingredients. Spread the glaze over the brownies; garnish with the lemon zest.
Cut into 16 slices. Serve.
16 servings.