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    Lemon Pie Bars

    Published on Mar 2, 2015 · Last updated on Aug 29, 2018 · 22 Comments

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    Lemon Pie Bars - Not Enough Cinnamon.com

    These delicious easy Lemon Bars are quick to make and will disappear in no time! Picture a sweet, tangy lemon filling on a buttery shortbread crust. Gluten-free and refined sugar-free options are included.powdered sugar being sprinkled on top of easy lemon bars arranged on a black tray with lemons in the background

    Today's post for easy lemon bars is a little different than usual. I'm participating for the first time in a fun blogger event called the Secret Recipe Club! Each month, a blogger is secretly assigned another blogger and chooses a recipe to make.

    On reveal day (today, you guessed it!), all our posts go up at the same time and we discover who was assigned our blog and which recipe she/he decided to try. I love to discover new blogs and new recipes so I was anxious to join the club!

    overhead shot of gluten-free easy lemon bars arranged on a black baking tray with some lemons in the background

    This month, I was assigned the blog Sweet As Sugar Cookies, written by the lovely Lisa. If you couldn't already tell by the name of her blog, Lisa LOVES sweet treats. Cookies, cakes, pies, bars, breads...you name it, it's on her blog.

    I honestly had a hard time choosing a recipe, I just couldn't decide. Too many delicious options! I was very tempted by this Cranberry Orange Gingerbread, these Eat Healthy Ginger Cookies or these Triple Cinnamon Crunch Biscotti (obviously!) but I finally settled for the Lemon Pie Bars.

    I just love anything lemon curd and so does my mum, who was visiting us at the time. You know me, I had to "healthify" these lemon bars a little bit so I swapped a few ingredients but this recipe is a winner.

    For my recipe, I opted for gluten-free flour and used coconut sugar instead of white sugar making these easy lemon bars gluten-free and free of refined sugar. Of course, these swaps are up to you and you can just as well use regular sugar and flour.

    close-up of a gluten-free lemon bar square being sprinkled with powdered sugar

    If you tried these easy lemon bars, don’t forget to rate the recipe below and let me know how it went in the comments – I love hearing from you! You can also follow me on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook for more deliciousness and behind-the-scenes!

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    Lemon Pie Bars

    These delicious Lemon Bars are super easy to make and will disappear in no time! A sweet, tangy lemon filling on a buttery shortbread crust. You are going to love how quick this easy dessert recipe comes together. Gluten-free and refined sugar-free options included.

    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword baking, bars, dessert, easy, glutenfree, healthy, lemon, lemon bars, pie, simple
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour
    Servings 20 bars
    Calories 179 kcal

    Ingredients

    For the crust

    • 2 cup gluten-free all purpose baking flour you can also use regular all purpose flour
    • ½ cup coconut sugar you can also use powdered sugar
    • 1 cup unsalted butter 225 g, softened

    For the filling

    • 4 eggs
    • ½ cup honey or up to 1 cup depending on your taste – you can also use sugar
    • ½ cup fresh lemon juice from about 4 lemons
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest or lemon rind chopped very thinly
    • ¼ cup gluten-free all purpose baking flour you can also use regular all purpose flour

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F/175C. Line a 9x13 inch (about 22x33 cm) pan with parchment paper. (I used a pan similar to this one)

    For the crust:

    1. Combine flour and coconut sugar (or powdered sugar if using). Cut in butter. Mix well until the dough is forming and butter is completely incorporated. I started with my hands and finished with a wooden spoon.
    2.  Press the dough into the pan. If the dough is too sticky, wet your hands slightly. Make sure the dough is evenly spread in the pan.

    3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

    For the filling:

    1. Beat together eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest for at least 1 min. Pour the mixture over the baked crust.

    2. Bake the bars for another 15-20 min., or until the lemon topping has set (mine took 15 min.).
    3. Remove from the oven, let cool completely and store in the fridge for about one hour before cutting into squares and serve.

    Recipe Notes

    These bars are delicious as written but next time, I will probably double the filling to have a thicker lemon layer.

    Adapted from Sweet As Sugar Cookies (originally from All Recipes) 

    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Pie Bars
    Amount Per Serving (1 bar)
    Calories 179 Calories from Fat 90
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 10g15%
    Saturated Fat 6g38%
    Cholesterol 57mg19%
    Sodium 22mg1%
    Potassium 25mg1%
    Carbohydrates 20g7%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 10g11%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 330IU7%
    Vitamin C 2.8mg3%
    Calcium 17mg2%
    Iron 0.7mg4%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Lisa

      March 02, 2015 at 4:07 pm

      Oh my gosh, I had forgotten all about this recipe. Thanks for reminding me about how good it was. I'm so glad you enjoyed them and I think it's so neat that you made them gluten free. Loved your sweet words.

      Reply
    2. Helen at Casa Costello

      March 02, 2015 at 8:40 pm

      Wow what incredible bars these are - So neat and precise. Its my first month over at #secretrecipeclub too - nice that we can be newbies together!

      Reply
    3. avril

      March 02, 2015 at 11:02 pm

      Welcome to the Secret Recipe Club!! Delighted you have joined us and I can't wait to discover more about you and your beautiful blog!
      Your Lemon Pie Bars are completely beautiful!! 🙂

      Reply
      • marie

        March 05, 2015 at 6:04 pm

        Thank you Avril!!

        Reply
    4. danielle

      March 03, 2015 at 3:37 am

      I love lemon bars - these look so good!

      Reply
      • marie

        March 05, 2015 at 6:09 pm

        Me too, I'd probably have some every day if I could haha. Thanks for stopping by Danielle!

        Reply
    5. Erin @ Making Memories

      March 03, 2015 at 4:36 am

      Your bars look wonderful! Welcome to SRC!

      Reply
    6. Anna

      March 03, 2015 at 2:48 pm

      These look yummy! I love anything lemon.

      Welcome to SRC. It is a lot of fun!

      Reply
    7. Leigh

      March 04, 2015 at 12:15 pm

      Wow - I love how the yellow just pops off the screen. Love your adaption to the recipe..delicious!

      Reply
    8. Sarah E.

      March 05, 2015 at 10:18 am

      So glad to have you in Secret Recipe Club - these bars look incredible. I especially love that first shot with the powdered sugar. MMM! Happy first reveal day and welcome welcome!!

      Reply
      • marie

        March 08, 2015 at 5:18 pm

        Thank you Sarah! Love being part of the club 🙂

        Reply
    9. A Taste Of Madness

      March 10, 2015 at 2:15 am

      Wow, these look amazing! What a great recipe! I JUST bought some lemons, so this seems perfect for me!

      Reply
      • marie

        March 10, 2015 at 11:59 am

        Thank you! Sounds like you *have* to try this recipe if you just got lemons... 😉

        Reply
    10. 40A.

      August 29, 2018 at 6:48 pm

      These look SO delicious and the recipe seems to be pretty straightforward as well. Must-try!

      Reply
    11. Joann Sobey

      February 11, 2020 at 4:26 am

      Making these this arvo. the look so easy and quick.
      I wonder what it would be like with limes as I hve plenty of them atm.

      Reply
      • Marie

        May 06, 2020 at 11:38 pm

        Hi Joann! That could be pretty good - Just a thought: consider a mix of lemon and lime as pure lime bars can sometimes be a bit on the harsh and bitter side. The lemon mellows things out. Feel free to let me know how it worked for you!

        Reply
    12. Rachel

      April 30, 2020 at 10:36 pm

      Absolutely a lifesaver while I'm pregnant... quick easy and always satisfying!

      Reply
      • Marie

        May 04, 2020 at 5:34 pm

        Congrats Rachel! And glad I could help with your cravings 😉

        Reply
    13. Kasandra

      June 14, 2020 at 6:10 am

      Ooo! This looks good. Do you think that instead of the all-purpose flour, I can use coconut flour like your lemon curd pie tart? Would it be better to follow the crust recipe?
      Thanks in advance!

      Reply
      • Marie

        June 14, 2020 at 2:29 pm

        Hi Kasandra! If you want to use coconut flour, I'd use this crust instead: https://www.notenoughcinnamon.com/paleo-orange-curd-coconut-bars
        Let me know how it turns out! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Liyana

      May 19, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      Hi,
      These look lovely. Is it possible to replace the lemon flavor with something else? Has anyone ever tried it?

      Reply
      • Marie

        May 24, 2021 at 11:33 am

        If you're trying to avoid the lemon flavor, I'd suggest using another recipe altogether 🙂

        Reply

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