Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of this Vegan Lemon Bar Recipe, a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that everyone will love. These bars are made with a luscious coconut cream filling and a crumbly, gluten-free crust, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they’re also completely plant-based, ensuring that you can enjoy a guilt-free treat that’s kind to both your diet and the planet. Elevate your dessert game with these vibrant lemon bars that promise to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup soaked cashews
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- pinch of salt
- pinch of turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the crust ingredients: gluten-free flour, vegan butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Line a square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with coconut oil.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan evenly and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool.
- Poke holes in the cooled crust using a fork.
- Blend together the filling ingredients: coconut cream, soaked cashews, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cornstarch, salt, and turmeric until smooth.
- Heat the blended filling in a saucepan over medium heat while stirring until thickened (about 4-6 minutes).
- Pour the thickened filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Slice into squares before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg