Description
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of these Easy Gluten-Free Lemon Bars. A buttery almond and coconut flour crust holds a zesty lemon filling, creating a perfect balance of flavors in each bite. These bars are a delightful treat for any occasion, whether you’re gluten-free or just craving a citrusy dessert.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, powdered sugar, salt, and melted butter until a soft dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the filling: In another bowl, whisk lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, granulated sugar, coconut flour, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour the filling over the hot crust.
- Bake: Return to the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool and chill: Cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Finish: Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
