Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Strawberry Lemon Blondies are soft, chewy dessert bars made with real strawberries and fresh lemon juice.

They’re similar in texture to a brownie, but without chocolate; instead, they’re filled with sweet strawberry bits and zesty lemon flavour. Think of them like strawberry lemonade bars that you can eat with your hands.

These bars are the perfect mix of sweet and tart, soft and chewy. They remind me of a glass of cold strawberry lemonade, but in dessert form.

If you love strawberry desserts with a zingy lemon twist, you’re going to want to keep this one on repeat.

How To Make Strawberry Lemon Blondies?

Recipe Overview

These Strawberry Lemon Blondies are packed with fresh berries, real lemon juice, and finished with a simple glaze.

Every bite is bright and fruity, just like a sunny afternoon snack should be.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Dessert
• Difficulty: Easy
• Yield: 16 blondies
• Calories per serving: ~210

Equipment You’ll Need

• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Zester or grater
• Spatula
• 8×8-inch baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Wire rack

Ingredients

For the Blondies:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp lemon juice (~1 large lemon)
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2⅓ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and levelled)
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• 1¼ cups diced fresh strawberries

For the Glaze:

• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp strawberry jam

Ingredient Notes

1. Salted Butter: I use salted butter for a touch of extra flavour. If you only have unsalted, add a small pinch of salt to the dough.

2. Lemon Juice: Fresh-squeezed gives the best zing.

3. Lemon Zest: Don’t skip this! It packs tons of bright flavor.

4. Strawberries: Dice them small so they blend into the dough and bake evenly.

5. Strawberry Jam: Helps bring out that fresh berry flavor in the glaze.

Instructions

1. Prep your pan

Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it. This makes cleanup easier and keeps the blondies from sticking.

2. Cream the butter and sugar

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy. This helps make the texture soft and tender.

3. Add egg, lemon juice, and zest

Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.

4. Mix in dry ingredients

Add the flour and baking soda. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix or the bars can turn out dense.

5. Fold in strawberries

Gently fold in the diced strawberries. The dough will be thick, and that’s okay!

6. Spread and bake

Spread the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F for 28–32 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean or with a few crumbs.

7. Cool completely

Let the blondies cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.

8. Make the glaze

Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and strawberry jam until smooth. If it’s too thick, add a few drops of lemon juice. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.

9. Glaze and slice

Pour the glaze over cooled blondies, let it set for about 15 minutes, then slice into squares.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~210
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 31g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g

Tips and Variations

1. Want more strawberry flavor? Add ½ tsp of strawberry extract to the dough.

2. No fresh strawberries? Use frozen, but thaw and pat them dry first.

3. Make it ahead: Bake the blondies the day before and add the glaze the next day.

4. Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.

Expert Tips & Troubleshooting

• Bars too wet? You may have used overly juicy strawberries. Pat them dry with a paper towel before adding.
• Too dry? Be sure you measured the flour correctly—spoon it into your measuring cup, then level off.
• Crumbly edges? That usually means they were overbaked. Start checking at the 28-minute mark.

Serving Suggestions

These blondies are great on their own, but here are a few fun ideas:

1. Pair with iced tea or lemonade for an afternoon snack

2. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream

3. Serve as part of a dessert platter with other berry treats like Strawberry Buttermilk Cake or Strawberry Galette

FAQ

Final Thoughts

These Strawberry Lemon Blondies are the kind of treat that disappears fast in my house—and I bet they will in yours too.

If you give them a go, I’d love to hear how they turn out! Leave a comment below or tag me @allcooksrecipe on social. Let’s bake something sweet together!