If you’re a fan of my strawberry brownies, you will love my lemon brownies! They are bright, moist, and made from a cake mix for easy assembly. Topped with a fresh lemon juice glaze, these are perfect for spring and summertime! 

Calling all lemon lovers! Lemon desserts are perfect for spring and summer months, and I love making these for showers, Easter, or any warm weather get-together. With just three ingredients for the brownies and two ingredients for the lemon glaze, it doesn’t get any easier than this! 

 

The Best Lemon Brownies

These lemon brownies are one of my favorite spring sweets! Because they’re made from a cake mix, this will be the easiest brownie recipe you’ll ever make. Like my original recipe for strawberry brownies, these cake mix brownies have the same thick texture as traditional brownies. They travel beautifully and look so pretty served on a platter or dessert tray!

Can I Really Make Brownies With a Cake Mix? 

In short, yes you can! By using a different ratio of eggs and oil and omitting the liquid, you can turn any cake mix into a brownie. Unlike lemon bars, which are more gelatinous, these have the same dense, chewy texture as your favorite chocolate brownies.

What Ingredients are in This Recipe?

I love how simple this recipe is! By using the boxed cake mix as your base, you will save so much prep time. The brownies are made with just three ingredients and the delicious lemon glaze with only two! 

Brownies

• 1 box lemon cake mix (I love Duncan Hines!)
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 tsp lemon extract (optional)
• 1/3 cup oil

Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 TB fresh lemon juice – Add this slowly until your glaze reaches the desired consistency.
• lemon zest – This is optional, but it’s great if you want an extra “punch” of lemon flavor.

 

How Do I Make These Lemon Brownies? 

To start, preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray it with cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, mix together your cake mix, eggs, oil, and lemon extract with a mixer until it is well combined. Pour the batter into your lined pan, and spread it evenly. Put the brownies into the preheated oven and bake them for 15 minutes, or until they have just begun to set. You can check the edges with a toothpick, but the middle should be not quite set yet. Allow the brownies to cool, and start on the glaze. Mix together your lemon juice and powdered sugar until it’s smooth. Then, spread the lemon glaze on top of the brownies. Serve immediately and store leftovers in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. Enjoy! 

What Do Lemon Brownies From a Cake Mix Taste Like?

These lemon brownies have a strong lemon flavor, especially if you add lemon extract and the lemon glaze. They are bright, buttery, and the perfect mix of sweet and tart! If you like lemon desserts, you will adore these lemon brownies.

Can Lemon Brownies Be Made Ahead Of Time?

Lemon brownies can be made ahead and frozen in a Ziploc freezer bag for up to three weeks. Simply thaw them at room temperature an hour or more before serving, and enjoy!

Let me know how you enjoy this delicious and easy lemon dessert in the comments below! 

If You Like This Recipe, You’ll Also Love These:

• Strawberry Brownies 
• No-Bake Key Lime Pie Two Ways
• Coconut Lime Cake 
• Easy and Delicious Lemon Poppyseed Cake