Vegan Lemon Bars (Easy Recipe)
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Vegan Lemon Bars (Easy Recipe)
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Try this recipe to get the most delicious Vegan Lemon Bars you’ve ever had with a bright lemony flavor and the perfect amount of tang! With the most perfect vegan shortbread crust and a tangy lemon filling, you’re going to absolutely love these bars!
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Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup vegan butter chilled and cubed
- pinch salt
For the lemon filling:
- 1 ½ cups cane sugar
- ½ cup lemon juice about 3-4 lemons
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- ½ cup almond milk or any other non-dairy milk of your choice
- ¼ cup cornstarch
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, add the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, chilled and cubed vegan butter, and a pinch of salt. Pulse the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking pan, forming an even layer. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until it turns lightly golden.
- In a small or medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, almond milk, and cornstarch. Whisk the mixture together until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the filling has thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Once the crust is done baking, remove it from the oven and pour the lemon filling over the hot crust. Make sure the filling is evenly spread.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the lemon bars for at least 2 hours to allow them to fully set.
- Once chilled, cut the lemon bars into squares or rectangles. Optionally, dust the tops with powdered sugar or serve with berries.
Notes
- Perfectly yellow lemon bars: For the best color, zest the lemons properly, only removing the outer yellow part of the peel. This will contribute to the vibrant yellow color of the bars. Squeeze the lemons thoroughly to extract as much juice as possible, and if you prefer a deeper yellow, add a pinch of turmeric.
- Chill adequately for perfect texture: Allow the lemon bars to chill for at least 2 hours. This not only lets them fully set, but also helps develop the right texture and flavor.
- Grease or line your baking pan: To prevent the crust from sticking to the pan, make sure to grease it or use parchment paper before pressing in the shortbread crust mixture.
- Press the crust evenly and firmly: When pressing the crust into the baking pan, use the back of a spoon or your fingers for an even distribution and a sturdy base for the lemon curd filling.
- Stir the filling continuously: While cooking the lemon filling over medium heat, stir continuously to prevent lumps and to ensure it thickens evenly.
- Avoid overcooking filling: Once the lemon filling has thickened and come to a gentle boil, remove it from the heat promptly to avoid overcooking.
- Storage: Place the leftover vegan lemon bars in an airtight container. They can be stored in the fridge for up 3 to 4 days. It is crucial to keep them refrigerated to maintain their texture and taste.
- Freezing: Wrap vegan lemon bars in plastic wrap or place them in a freezer-safe container. They can be frozen for up to a month. When you're ready to enjoy them, let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1slice
Calories
250kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
1g
Sodium
72mg
(3%)
Potassium
31mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
30g
(60%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
17mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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