The Perfect Gluten Free Lemon Bars
These gluten free lemon bars feature a buttery crust topped with a smooth, tangy lemon filling. The bars are sweetened just right, making them a delightful treat that will leave your taste buds singing. They are light, vibrant, and have a melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them irresistible.
Equipment
- 8x8 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl (at least two)
- Measuring cups (for flour, powdered sugar, granulated sugar, lemon juice)
- Measuring spoons (for lemon zest, baking powder, salt)
- Whisk
- Sifter or fine-mesh sieve (for dusting powdered sugar, optional but recommended)
- Knife (for cutting the bars)
- Spatula or serving utensil (for removing bars from the dish)
- Lemon zester or grater
- Juicer (for fresh lemon juice, optional if using pre-squeezed)
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten free flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Mix until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and a light golden color.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.