Description
These Coconut Lemon Sunshine Blondies are a delightful treat that combines the creamy richness of coconut with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon. Each bite offers a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth, leaving a refreshing citrus aftertaste that dances on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Blondies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded coconut, sweetened
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut, lemon zest, and lemon juice until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before drizzling with lemon glaze.
Notes
- These blondies can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the blondies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut oil instead of butter and a dairy-free egg substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (approximately 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 100 milligrams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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