Easy Gluten-Free Lemon Bars
Brighten your day with these Easy Gluten-Free Lemon Bars! With a delightful balance of tangy lemon and sweet crust, these bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or enjoying a sunny afternoon on the patio, their melt-in-your-mouth texture and zesty flavor will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour and sugar until combined. Melt the butter and stir into the mixture with a pinch of salt until crumbly.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Gradually add sugar, whisking until well blended. Mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor—bottled juice can result in a less vibrant taste. For extra zest, try adding orange zest along with the lemon zest! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.