Description
Indulge in the bright, zesty flavors of these Vegan Lemon Bars, a delightful blend of tangy and sweet that will leave your taste buds craving more. Perfect for any occasion—be it a gathering with friends, a picnic in the park, or simply a satisfying treat at home—these bars feature a rich, creamy filling atop a buttery crust. Made entirely from plant-based ingredients, they cater to diverse dietary preferences without compromising on flavor. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this refreshing dessert that’s sure to impress everyone!
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 mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, vegan butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to form the crust mixture.
- Line a square baking pan with parchment paper. Press the crust mixture evenly into the pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, prepare the filling by blending coconut cream, soaked cashews, lemon juice and zest, maple syrup, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- Cook the filling in a saucepan over medium heat for 4-6 minutes until thickened. Pour over the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or overnight before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg