Vegan Lemon Bars
Vegan Lemon Bars are a fresh, plant-based dessert bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for warm days or a light finish after dinner.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt to form the crust. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
Filling
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice, maple syrup, cornstarch, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the filling is set.
Cooling
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Serve Vegan Lemon Bars cold for a clean, firm slice. Dust with powdered sugar or top with extra lemon zest. Keep the bars in the fridge in an airtight container for 4-5 days. You can freeze sliced bars for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before serving. Press the crust firmly, whisk the filling well, and use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.