Gluten Free Lemon Bars

Looking for a sweet and zesty treat? These Gluten-Free Lemon Bars are the perfect balance of tart lemony flavor and buttery goodness. With a melt-in-your-mouth crust and a smooth, tangy filling, these bars are sure to impress. Made with whole lemons, the bright citrus flavor shines through, while the gluten-free crust ensures everyone can enjoy them. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just craving something fresh and delicious, these lemon bars are easy to make and irresistibly tasty!

Crust Ingredients:

  • 2 cups gluten-free flour (like Bob's Red Mill)

  • 1 cup organic sugar

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 16 tablespoons butter (cold)

Lemon Filling Ingredients:

  • 2-3 whole lemons, seeds removed, large dice

  • 2 cups organic sugar

  • 16 tablespoons butter (melted)

  • 8 eggs

  • 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

  2. Make the crust: In a food processor, add the gluten-free flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter. Pulse until the mixture forms a dough.

  3. Bake the crust: Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes or until it's firm and slightly golden. Set aside to cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Filling

  1. Blend the lemons: In a blender, combine the diced lemons (peel included!), sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Blend until smooth.

  2. Add eggs and butter: Add the melted butter and eggs to the lemon mixture and blend again until smooth.

  3. Thicken the filling: Add the salt, arrowroot powder, and water to the lemon mixture. Blend one more time until everything is fully combined.

Step 3: Bake the Lemon Bars

  1. Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust.

  2. Bake at 350°F for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.

  3. Cool completely: Let the lemon bars cool in the pan before slicing them into squares.

Step 4: Serve!

Once the bars are completely cooled, slice them up and serve. Enjoy the refreshing and zesty lemony goodness!

Credit: John Lehndorff