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Gluten Free Lemon Bars

Gluten Free Lemon Bars

Craving something zesty and sweet? Try these Gluten Free Lemon Bars! They deliver a refreshing burst of lemon flavor in every bite, making them the perfect easy dessert for any occasion. Don’t miss out on making these delightful bars tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca flour
  • 4 tablespoons butter OR coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or raw honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup beet sugar OR maple sugar
  • Zest from 4 lemons
  • 3/4 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice from about 6 lemons
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter softened and cut into cubes
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees °F and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients for the crust: almond flour, tapioca flour, butter (or coconut oil), maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and sea salt. Mix well until combined. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  3. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until crust is lightly brown. Meanwhile, prepare the lemon curd.
  4. In a medium pot, place whole eggs, egg yolks, beet sugar (or maple sugar), lemon zest, lemon juice, and sea salt and whisk together.
  5. Over low heat, whisk the lemon curd until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8 to 10 minutes. Be careful not to let it boil.
  6. Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer into a medium mixing bowl. Add in the butter and stir until melted.
  7. Pour the lemon curd over the crust. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until set.
  8. Let cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Freezing: These bars can be frozen for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap them tightly.
  • Variations: Try adding a touch of ginger for a spicy kick!