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

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 340 degrees. Lightly spray a non-stick 8 or 9 inch square pan with cooking spray; set aside.
2. 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.
3. 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.