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Grandma’s Secret Lemon Bars

Grandma’s Secret Lemon Bars That Brighten Every Bite

Grandma’s Secret Lemon Bars are a delightful dessert that brings smiles to any gathering with their zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Bar Base
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour Blend Can be homemade with rice flour, tapioca flour, and xanthan gum.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Use coconut sugar for a lower glycemic version.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Optional to reduce for less sweetness.
For the Lemon Filling
  • 3 large Eggs Bind all ingredients.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds a burst of lemon flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Thickens the filling.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until combined.
  4. Sift in the gluten-free flour blend and cornstarch, mixing just until incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice into bars and serve. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These lemon bars are versatile and can be adjusted for various dietary needs, making them a perfect crowd-pleaser.

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