Gluten-Free Lemon Bars
These gluten-free lemon bars feature a buttery, bright almond-flour crust and silky lemon custard. Perfect halal-friendly, no-alcohol treat with professional quality texture, served chilled with a crisp crust and tangy filling.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 230
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup gluten-free almond flour
8 oz organic chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
1 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
Combine almond flour, chocolate, and vanilla extract in a food processor until small crumbs form
Line a 13×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring it overhangs both long sides
Press 2/3 of the crust mixture into the pan to form a dense layer
Chill the crust for 30 minutes
Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then return to the pan while preparing the filling
In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth
Slowly stir in cornstarch to thicken the mixture
Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes
Allow to cool completely and chill for at least 3 hours before slicing into 16 squares
Notes
Use finely processed blanched almond flour for best texture
Baking crust preforms a parchment shelf for easy removal
Chilling develops a perfect set for the custard
Substitute cashew flour for a more delicate nut flavor
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg