Gluten Free Lemon Bars Recipe
These gluten-free lemon bars are a zesty, melt-in-your-mouth treat made with a tender almond flour crust and a silky lemon curd filling. Perfect for spring picnics, bake sales, or sunny kitchen moments.
Equipment
- 1 8x8 Baking Pan Lined with parchment for easy removal
- 1 Mixing Bowl For crust and filling
- 1 Whisk For mixing filling ingredients
- 1 Oven – Preheated to 350°F (175°C).
- 1 Fine Mesh Sieve Optional: for straining lemon juice
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour or sub with more almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or butter melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For the lemon layer:
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut flour or cornstarch for smoother texture
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: In a bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil (or butter), maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until a dough forms.
- Press dough into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden. Let it cool slightly.
- Make the filling: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, lemon juice, zest, sweetener, and coconut flour until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Pour filling over the pre-baked crust and return to oven. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the center is just set and no longer jiggly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into bars.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving (optional but extra lovely). Enjoy chilled for best texture!
Notes
- For dairy-free: Use coconut oil instead of butter.
- Make it lower carb: Use monk fruit or erythritol-based sweeteners.
- Want extra lemon zing? Add more zest or top with lemon glaze.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
So go ahead — slice, sprinkle, and savor that sweet lemon sunshine! 🍋 Whether you're baking for a brunch, gifting a gluten-free friend, or sneaking a chilled square for yourself... these bars are a bright bite of joy. Bon appétit, sunshine baker! ☀️💛