Vegan Lemon Bars: Delightful Dairy-Free Treats for Refreshing Indulgence
Delightful Dairy-Free Treats for Refreshing Indulgence
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (for color)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup to form the crust.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, turmeric, salt, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the maple syrup to your preference.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These bars can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg