The Best Healthy Lemon Bars (With Gluten-Free Option)

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These tart, lemon bars make the perfect, gooey dessert.

Prep Time15

Cook Time35

Total Time50

Course: Dessert

Servings: bars

Calories: 136kcal

Author: Katie Wells

1 cup organic all-purpose flour (OR gluten-free option: 1 cup almond flour and 2 TBSP arrowroot starch)
¼ cup coconut sugar
½ cup grass-fed butter (melted, or coconut oil)
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp vanilla extract

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together the flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Press dough evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt until smooth.
Whisk in the flour (or arrowroot) until fully combined.
Pour the filling over the warm crust. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the center is just set (it shouldn’t jiggle much).
Let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing. This helps them set cleanly and improves the texture.

For clean slices: Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts
Like them sweeter or more tart? Add another tablespoon of lemon juice or a few more tablespoons of honey to taste.