Delightful Gluten-Free Lemon Bars – A Tangy and Sweet Treat
Welcome to Silver Fork, where we're dedicated to bringing you the most delicious and satisfying gluten-free recipes. Today, we're excited to share our delightful Gluten-Free Lemon Bars, a perfect treat that combines a tangy lemon filling with a sweet and crumbly crust. These lemon bars are not only delicious but also easy to make, ensuring that you can enjoy this classic dessert without any gluten-related worries.
The Perfect Gluten-Free Crust Creating the perfect gluten-free crust for our lemon bars starts with choosing the right flour. We recommend using a high-quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, which will give you a crust that's tender, crumbly, and full of flavor. To enhance the taste and texture of the crust, we also include a touch of almond flour, which adds a lovely nuttiness and slight crunch. Combined with butter and a little sugar, this crust is the ideal base for our tangy lemon filling.
A Tangy and Sweet Lemon Filling The star of our Gluten-Free Lemon Bars is the luscious lemon filling. Made with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and eggs, this filling is both tangy and sweet, striking the perfect balance of flavors. A small amount of gluten-free flour is added to the filling to help it set, creating a velvety and smooth texture that contrasts beautifully with the crumbly crust.
Health Benefits of Lemon Bars While our Gluten-Free Lemon Bars are an indulgent treat, they also offer some health benefits:
- Lemons: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, lemons support a strong immune system, promote healthy skin, and help with digestion.
- Almond Flour: A nutritious alternative to regular flour, almond flour is high in protein, healthy fats, and fiber, which can help keep you full and satisfied.
- Gluten-Free: Perfect for those with gluten sensitivities or allergies, our lemon bars are made with gluten-free ingredients to ensure a safe and delicious dessert option.
In Conclusion, Our delightful Gluten-Free Lemon Bars are a scrumptious treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth while catering to your gluten-free dietary needs. With a tender and crumbly crust, tangy lemon filling, and just a hint of sweetness, these lemon bars are sure to become a favorite among friends and family.
Indulge in our delightful Gluten-Free Lemon Bars, a perfect blend of tangy lemon and sweet crumbly crust. This scrumptious treat is just what your taste buds have been craving!
- 1 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice ((about 2-3 lemons))
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal of the bars.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix with a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
While the crust is baking, prepare the lemon filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, gluten-free all-purpose flour, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Once the crust has finished baking, remove it from the oven and carefully pour the lemon filling over the hot crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles when the pan is gently shaken.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board.
To serve, cut the lemon bars into squares and dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy!
Servings 16
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.2g13%
- Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
- Cholesterol 45mg15%
- Sodium 80mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 17g
- Protein 3g6%
- Vitamin A 4 IU
- Vitamin C 6 mg
- Calcium 2 mg
- Iron 4 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Store the Gluten-Free Lemon Bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.