Vegan Lemon Cheesecake Bars are light in color, creamy, and delicious. These bars are creamy and have a touch of soft tang of real lemon juice. These bites are zesty to the mouth and cool and rich in texture. It comes with no oven. The crust is crispy and sweet. They are lactose-free, wheat-free, and sugar-free. Lemon flavor is refreshing and purely bitter. Furthermore, they are rich and packed with healthy content. These Vegan Lemon Cheesecake Bars are not only satisfying, but it is nutritious too. Each layer is cleverly designed. These bars are evidence that simple and raw desserts could taste incredible.
STATS INFO:
- Diet: Plant-Based, Gluten-Free
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- Yield: 12 bars
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: needs 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Cooking mode: Freezing
REQUIRED TOOLS
- High-speed blender
- Food processor
- 8×8-inch square pan
- Rubber spatula
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Parchment paper
- Citrus zester
INGREDIENTS
For the Crust:
- A cup of raw almonds
- One cup soft Medjool dates, pitted
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
For the Filling:
- One and a half cups of raw cashews ½ cup full-fat coconut cream
- ⅓ cup honey (maple syrup)
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Two tablespoons of coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of turmeric (optional)
INGREDIENT NOTES:
Almonds:
- They give them a firm texture and a nutty crunch. They can be replaced with walnuts or pecans to give it a little more dense taste.
Dates:
- Take soft dates, which are moist and easily blended. To make them soft, put them in hot water for ten minutes if they’re dry.
Cashews:
- Raw cashews are the best. While soaking them, it will make their blending yield a creamy taste.
Coconut Cream:
- Take only the thick, solid part of a chilled can. Avoid thin types like skim, light, and boxed coconut milk because they are too thin.
Maple Syrup:
- Dark sweetener that is natural. You may also use agave nectar or date syrup instead.
Lemon Juice:
- It is brightened by fresh juice. There is no such zing in bottled lemon juice.
Lemon Zest:
- Zest also gives strong citrus flavors. The best option is organic lemons that will not contain wax or pesticides.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- To make lifting easier, line an 8 × 8-inch pan with paper towels, leaving some overhang.
- In a food machine, add dates, almonds, and a touch of salt.
- Blend till a cohesive mixture is achieved.
- Sturdily press the mixture into the pan’s bottom.
- The soaked cashews should be thoroughly drained.
- Blend everything together as long as it’s smooth.
- Blend till silky and creamy.
- You should remove the pan from the freezer.
- Encase the crust with the lemon filling.
- Using a spatula, distribute it.
- To get rid of air bubbles, lightly tap the pan on the counter.
- For at least six hours or during the night, cover and freeze.
- Before cutting, make sure the bars are firm.
- Using the overhanging parchment, remove the bars from the pan.
- Let them sit at ambient humidity for ten minutes.
- Using a heated knife for smooth cuts, cut into 12 equal bars.
TIPS:
- Cashews can be soaked in hot water for an hour or overnight.
- Making the cleanup easier, try wrapping paper or a plastic pan.
- Before freezing, taste the filling. Adjust the level of sweetness or lemon.
- Before using, let the coconut cream cool overnight.
- In order to have a stronger effect, add additional zest from the lemon.
- For stronger bars, place them in the freezer.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Bars should be kept in an airtight bag in a fridge. Keep for a maximum of six days. Before eating, let them soften a little.
FREEZER:
- Wrap each bar in foil and place it in the freezer. Freeze for a maximum of one month. Before serving, let it thaw for 15 to 20 minutes.
FAQs:
Could I make this nut-free?
- Certainly not this one. Cashews and almonds play the role. In another variation, use the seeds and coconut-based yogurt.
Are these bars child-friendly?
- Indeed, they are lemony and sweet by nature.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 19 grams
- Fiber: Three grams
- Sugars: 11 g
- Fat: Seventeen grams
- Protein: 5 grams
