Vegan Gluten-Free Lemon Bars
These vegan gluten-free lemon bars are sweet, tangy, and dangerously addictive. No eggs, no dairy, and definitely no gluten—just pure citrus magic. The buttery almond crust holds a silky, lemony filling that melts in your mouth. Fresh lemon juice and zest bring the zing, while maple syrup keeps things naturally sweet. They’re tart enough to make you pucker but sweet enough to keep you coming back. Bake them, chill them, and watch them disappear faster than your patience on a Monday morning. One bite, and you’ll never settle for store-bought again.
Vegan Gluten-Free Lemon Bars
These bright and tangy lemon bars are smooth, citrusy, and ridiculously easy—without gluten, dairy, or regrets.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Filling
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut cream
- ¼ cup cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric for color, optional
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the dish and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let the crust cool while making the filling.
Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Filling
- In a saucepan, whisk lemon juice, zest, maple syrup, coconut cream, cornstarch, turmeric, and salt until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and smooth it out.
Step 3: Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the filling set.
- Slice into squares and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~180
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Extra Tips for Perfect Lemon Bars
- Use fresh lemon juice—bottled just won’t cut it.
- Chill them overnight for the best texture.
- For a firmer filling, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch.
- Sprinkle with coconut flakes or powdered sugar before serving.
