Keto Lemon Bars are a sugar-free and low-carb twist on classic lemon dessert bars. A buttery almond flour shortbread covered with a delicious lemon filling, all covered with sugar-free powdered sugar. A delicious keto dessert that is here to impress! Contains 6 ingredients and 3 g net carbs per bar.
Ingredients
For the shortbread crust
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup butter melted (dairy-free, if needed)
- 1/2 cup sugar-free powdered sugar
For the lemon filling
- 1/4 cup butter softened (dairy-free, if needed)
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar-free powdered sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 1/2 tbsp coconut flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180C/350F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper and keep it aside.
- In a mixing bowl, mix almond flour, melted butter, and powdered sugar, and mix well. Pour the mixture into the lined pan and press into place.
- Bake the shortbread crust for 12-15 minutes, or until golden. While it is baking, prepare your lemon filling.
- In a separate mixing bowl, mix your softened butter, powdered sugar, and lemon juice,. Once it is glossy and smooth, add your eggs, and mix well, before adding the coconut flour.
- Remove the shortbread crust from the oven. Moving quickly, add the lemon filling and smooth it out evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the center is firm but still jiggles slightly.
- Take out from the oven and let cool in the pan completely, before refrigerating for at least 2 hours, to firm up more. Sprinkle with extra powdered sugar while serving.
Nutrition Information Per Serving :
- Calories: 247kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 23g
Tips to make the best keto lemon bars
- You must shift the lemon filling onto the shortbread crust, as soon as it has been baked. This ensures the mixture remains hard, and the eggs don’t separate.
- Do not overbake the bars. They continue to bake as they are cooling down, and will thicken more once they have been refrigerated.
- If you don\’t like coconut flour, you can try xanthan gum, but start with a tiny amount (1/4 teaspoon).
- For a more notable lemon flavor, add some lemon zest to the filling.
Storing and Freezing Lemon Bars
- To store: Store them in the refrigerator in a sealable container. Refrigerated bars will keep well for up to 15 days.
- To freeze: Keep bars in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
This recipe for keto lemon bars is amazing low-carb bars! You’ll be happy to indulge in this tangy and delectable treat without a shred of guilt!
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