Vegan Lemon Bars

The Vegan Lemon Bars are light, sour & sweet. They are freshly prepared with lemon juice and vegetable ingredients. Vegan Lemon Bars are fantastic when you need something to eat during hot summer days, to take to a party, or when you need something citrus. The crust is creamy soft. The lemon has a filling that is creamy and smooth. One can whip them up & they contain no eggs or dairy. A cold lemon bar is refreshing and nice. These bars can travel conveniently and are well-kept. They can be prepared in advance when having guests or pre-making meals.

STATS:

• Diet: Vegan
• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: American
• Time for prep: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 35 minutes
• Working time (total): 50 minutes
• Size/serving: 1 bar
• Total yield: 9–12 bars
• Level of difficulty: Easy
• Mode of cooking: Oven

EQUIPMENT:

• Mixing bowls
• 8×8-inch baking pan
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Paper made with parchment

INGREDIENTS:

Regarding the crust:

• One cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup of sugar powder
• Half a cup of melted vegan butter
• A pinch of salt

Regarding the lemon filling:

• Half a cup of fresh lemon juice
• One lemon’s zest
• Three-quarters of a cup of full-fat coconut milk
• Half a cup of cornstarch
• A third of a cup of agave or maple syrup
• One-sixth of a teaspoon of turmeric (color)
• A tablespoon of vanilla essence

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Flour:

• A classic crust is best suited for all-purpose. However, it may have a slightly different uniformity; gluten-free flour can also be tested.

Vegan Butter:

• Make it a solid stick form and not a spread. Heat and melt before use. It makes the crust tender with a buttery feel.

Lemon Juice / Zest:

• To acquire the delectable flavor, get lemons as fresh as feasible. The bottled lemon juice can be tasteless. A pinch of zest provides additional zest of lemon.

Cornstarch:

• This makes the lemon filling thick. stir until smooth. Cook it with some arrowroot powder in case you have to.

Coconut Milk:

• Make use of canned coconut milk of any fat. It gives the filling a creamy texture. And avoid lighter coconut milk or boxed milk.

Turmeric:

• Contributes a yellow color naturally. Adding a pinch will alter the flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F).
2. Use parchment rolls to line your baking pan.
3. Mix the flour, salt, & powdered sugar in a bowl.
4. Melt the vegan butter & add it. Blend until the dough is crumbly.
5. Evenly distribute the dough into the pan.
6. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, till the crust is browned.
7. Prepare the filling while the crust bakes.
8. Whisk the lemon juice, zest, coconut milk, syrup, and turmeric together in a bowl.
9. Whisk in cornstarch till smooth.
10. Cover the baked crust with the filling.
11. Bake the pan for another 20 minutes, till the middle is firm.
12. Allow it to reach room temperature & cool completely.
13. Freeze for two hours after that.
14. Cut with a blade of steel into bars.
15. If desired, garnish with powdered sugar.

TIPS:

• After completely chilling, cut into bars.
• The zest of lemons can be grated finely under the lemon zest to prevent bitterness.
• Turn them into gluten-free, by making them with 1:1 gluten-free flour.
• Keep in the store in cold conditions to enhance flavor & firmness.
• Include some raspberries/blueberries as a filling.
• Chill the bars by using parchment to lift them up easily.
• To add more warmth to the crust, add a dash of cinnamon.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store bars in a container that is airtight container in the refrigerator. For four to five days, they remain fresh. It’s best served cold.

FREEZER:

• Package each bar separately and store in the freezer for at least one month. Before eating, thaw in the refrigerator.

FAQs:

May I use bottled lemon juice?

• It can be used, but the flavor is better with fresh lemon juice. Juice in bottles may be tasteless.

Is it permissible to have a substitute sugar?

• Yes. Blends of stevia, agave/maple syrup work. Taste and correct.

Are these oil-free options possible?

• Instead of using vegan butter on the crust, try to use some applesauce. Softness can be textural.

Is the coconut taste intense?

• No. The lemon covers up most of it. When you are worried, use light coconut milk or almond milk.

Is the recipe doubleable?

• Yes. This should be done using a 9×13 pan. Bake a little longer when necessary.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 140
Carbs: 19g
Total carbs: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Calcium: 15mg
Protein: 1g
Iron: 0.6mg
Vitamin A: 60 IU
Serving size: 1 bar
Sodium: 55mg
Serving: 9–12 bars
Potassium: 45mg