Gluten-Free Lemon Bars Recipe
Equipment
- Oven
- Saucepan
- Spatula
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1½ cups of gluten-free oat flour
- ¼ cup of melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup of maple syrup
- A pinch of salt
- ½ cup of fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup cup of cornstarch
- ¼ cup of water
- ½ cup of maple syrup
- 2 tsp of lemon zest
- A pinch of turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oat flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt until well combined. The mixture should be crumbly but hold together when pressed.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the lemon juice, cornstarch, water, maple syrup, lemon zest, and turmeric if using. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for another 15 minutes or until the filling is set.
- Let the bars cool for about 20 minutes. Then chill in a refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Cut into 12 squares and enjoy your homemade vegan gluten-free lemon bars!
Notes
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 45mg
- Carbs: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 2g