Lemon Bars

Dairy Free
Lemon Bars
45 min.
24
74kcal

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Indulge in the bright and zesty flavors of homemade Lemon Bars, a delightful dessert that is both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends. With a buttery hot shortbread base that crumbles beautifully under the luscious lemon filling, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it is completely dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to enjoy a lighter dessert option. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 delicious bars that are not only easy to make but also a feast for the eyes. The vibrant yellow filling, dusted with a light sprinkle of confectioners' sugar, adds an elegant touch to any dessert table.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself to something sweet, these Lemon Bars are a fantastic choice. Their bright flavor and delightful texture will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a slice of sunshine with every bite!

Ingredients

  • 24 servings beef base 
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • 0.8 cup juice of lemon fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a bowl whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until combined well and stir in lemon juice and flour.
  3. Pour lemon mixture over hot shortbread. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. and bake confection in middle of oven until set, about 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan and cut into 24 bars. Bar cookies keep, covered and chilled, 3 days. Sift confectioners' sugar over bars before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein7.52%
Fat10.76%
Carbs81.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.05
Glycemic Load
9.68
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3391304274454%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.63kcal
3.68%
Fat:0.91g
1.4%
Saturated Fat:0.29g
1.79%
Carbohydrates:15.52g
5.17%
Net Carbohydrates:15.45g
5.62%
Sugar:13.83g
15.36%
Cholesterol:31.04mg
10.35%
Sodium:252.09mg
10.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.43g
2.86%
Selenium:3.51µg
5.02%
Vitamin C:2.95mg
3.58%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.1%
Folate:8.94µg
2.23%
Phosphorus:21.24mg
2.12%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.48%
Iron:0.26mg
1.45%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.4%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.39%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious