Description
These Keto Lemon Bars are a delicious low-carb and gluten-free dessert perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet. With a buttery almond flour crust and a tangy lemon filling, they offer a refreshing treat without the sugar spike. Easy to prepare and bake, these bars are great for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying healthy.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Filling
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup powdered erythritol
- â…“ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
For Dusting (optional)
- Powdered erythritol
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, ¼ cup powdered erythritol, melted butter, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust layer.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until it turns lightly golden on the edges. Remove from oven.
- Prepare the Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together the eggs, ½ cup powdered erythritol, lemon juice, lemon zest, coconut flour, and baking powder in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Filling to Crust: Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust immediately after removing it from the oven, spreading evenly.
- Bake the Bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18–20 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to fully set the lemon filling.
- Serve: Dust with additional powdered erythritol if desired, then slice into 16 small squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with coconut oil.
- Store the bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the filling.
