Ingredients
For the blondies:
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1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For the glaze:
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
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1 Tbsp strawberry purée (from about 2 large strawberries)
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About 1 Tbsp lemon juice (to thin the glaze as needed)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, letting edges hang over for easy removal.
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In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
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Add the lemon juice and beat again. It may not fully blend—this is normal.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until no flour remains.
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Gently fold in diced strawberries.
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Spread thick batter evenly in prepared pan using a spatula.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the edges turn slightly golden and the center is just set.
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Let cool in the pan on a rack.
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For the glaze: Puree strawberries, strain, and mix with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
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Spread glaze over cooled blondies and allow it to set.
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Once glaze is firm, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
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Don’t overmix the batter.
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Ensure strawberries are dry before folding in.
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Glaze should be thick but spreadable—adjust with sugar or lemon juice as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes