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Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Strawberry Lemon Blondies
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Strawberry Lemon Blondies are moist, chewy bars bursting with fresh strawberry sweetness and bright lemon zest. This easy-to-make dessert combines the vibrant flavors of summer in every bite, offering a perfectly balanced sweet and tangy treat that’s ideal for snacks, dessert tables, or gifting.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free blend for GF option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan/dairy-free version)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit and Flavorings

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Wash, hull, and chop the strawberries into small pieces. Zest the lemon carefully to avoid the white pith and squeeze out the juice.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This step ensures the blondies have a moist and tender texture.
  3. Add Egg, Lemon, and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg into the butter mixture, followed by the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly to evenly combine the flavors.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the batter, distributing them evenly while preserving their juicy texture.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares to help them set and hold together perfectly when served.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness and juiciness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep blondies tender rather than tough.
  • Measure flour accurately by spooning and leveling to avoid dense texture.
  • Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges.
  • Allow blondies to cool for at least an hour for better structure and flavor.

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Keywords: strawberry lemon blondies, lemon dessert, summer dessert, chewy blondies, fruit bars, easy dessert

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