Description
Delightful vegan lemon bars with a rich, velvety filling and a crunchy crust, offering a refreshing flavor perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup soaked and drained cashews
- 1/3 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by blending soaked cashews, coconut cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup for filling, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Once the crust is ready, pour lemon filling over it and spread evenly. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set. Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
Serve chilled, and dust with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh berries for added flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg