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Lemon Bars: Gluten Free, Dairy-Free & Super Easy to Make

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Bright and tangy lemon bars with a tender gluten-free crust and smooth dairy-free citrus filling, perfect for a refreshing and easy dessert.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 12 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup refined coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (for filling)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
  • Extra lemon zest for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix gluten-free flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt for the crust.
  3. Add melted coconut oil and vanilla, stir until a dough forms.
  4. Press evenly into the pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a bowl, whisk sugar and flour for the filling.
  6. Add eggs, lemon juice, zest, baking powder, and salt; whisk until smooth.
  7. Pour filling over hot crust and return to oven.
  8. Bake for 22–25 minutes until center is set.
  9. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Lift out, slice into bars, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts.
  • Refined coconut oil gives a neutral taste.
  • Replace almond flour with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • Bars taste even better the next day.

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