Keto Lemon Bars

Keto Lemon Bars

Keto Lemon Bars are a delicious and tangy dessert option for those following a ketogenic diet. These lemon bars have a buttery almond flour crust and a smooth and zesty lemon filling. Here's a step-by-step description of how to make them:

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  (See notes)
• 1 large egg yolk (See notes)
• 1 1/2 tablespoon coconut flour

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Preheat oven to 180C/350F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine your almond flour, melted butter, and powdered sugar, and mix well. Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and press into place.
3. Bake the shortbread crust for 15 minutes, or until golden. While it is baking, prepare your lemon filling.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, mix your softened butter, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Once it is glossy and smooth, add your eggs, extra egg yolk, and mix well, before adding the coconut flour.
5. Remove the shortbread crust from the oven. Moving quickly, add the lemon filling and smooth it out evenly.
6. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the center is firm but still jiggles slightly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan completely, before refrigerating for at least 2 hours, to firm up more. Once ready to serve, sprinkle with extra powdered sugar.

NOTE

* See the post for ways to make this vegan and egg free.

1. TO STORE: Lemon bars should always be stored in the refrigerator, in a sealable container. Refrigerated bars will keep well for up to 2 weeks. 
2. TO FREEZE: Place bars in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. 

NURITIONS Amount Per Serving 1 bars 

1. CALORIES: 247kcal
2. FAT 22g
3. CARBOHYDRATES: 5g
4. PROTEINS: 7g