Lemon Fondant Brownies: Lemon Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

Lemon Fondant Brownies: Lemon Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

These Lemon Fondant Brownies are the perfect combination of zesty lemon flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with almond and coconut flour, they are a delightful gluten-free treat. Topped with a tangy lemon glaze, these brownies are sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

For the Lemon Brownies:

• 1 cup (100 g) almond flour
• 1/2 cup (60 g) coconut flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (120 g) unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) maple syrup (or a sugar-free alternative)
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• Zest of 1 lemon

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered erythritol (or powdered sugar)
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• Lemon zest for garnish

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 9 brownies
• Calories: 150 per brownie

Preparation Time

• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
• Total time: 35-40 minutes

Instructions

Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with a non-stick spray.

Prepare the Lemon Brownie Batter

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.

Bake the Lemon Brownies

5. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.

Prepare the Lemon Glaze

8. Mix Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered erythritol and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if needed.

Glaze the Lemon Brownies

9. Glaze Brownies: Once the brownies have cooled, pour the lemon glaze over the top and spread it evenly.
10. Set Glaze: Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before cutting the brownies into squares.

Serve

11. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with additional lemon zest if desired. Serve and enjoy your delicious, melt-in-your-mouth lemon fondant brownies!

Storage Notes

• Room Temperature: These lemon brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerator: Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Simply thaw at room temperature before serving.