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Sliced gluten free lemon bars with lemon wedges

Gluten Free Lemon Bars

Johnathan Flake
These gluten free lemon bars are buttery, bright, and packed with tart citrus flavor. With a soft custard and crisp crust, they’re perfect for spring, summer, or anytime you're craving something fresh and zesty.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 bars
Calories 292 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Oven
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients
  

  • 1⅔ cups gluten free flour blend (white rice flour, potato starch, tapioca starch)
  • ½ cup confectioners’ sugar, plus more for dusting
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large lemon, zest
  • 9 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 4 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and line with parchment paper that overhangs the sides. Grease the parchment and set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk 1 cup of the gluten free flour blend with the confectioners’ sugar, salt, and lemon zest. Stir in melted butter until fully combined. Press evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake the crust in the center of the oven for 15 minutes until set. Remove and let cool briefly.
  • In a clean bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, baking powder, lemon juice, and remaining 2/3 cup of gluten free flour blend until smooth.
  • Pour custard over the baked crust. Return to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  • Cool for 20 minutes at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight. Slice into bars and dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 103mgSodium: 194mgFiber: 2gSugar: 23g
Keyword gluten free lemon bars, lemon dessert, spring baking
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