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Keto Lemon Bars (Paleo + DF)

These Keto Lemon Bars are so easy and have the perfect combination of tart and sweet. Made with a shortbread crust, a delicious lemon filling and topped with powdered swerve. Only 3 Net carbs per serving. Paleo, Keto and Gluten/Dairy Free. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Keto, Paleo
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: dairy-free, keto, Keto Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust, Lemon Bars, paleo, Shortbread Crust
Method: Oven
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Ashley McCrary

Equipment

Ingredients

Shortbread Crust

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup Monk Fruit granulated*
  • 6 tablespoons ghee melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum*

Lemon Filling

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Monk Fruit granulated*
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup blanched almond flour
  • 3 lemons juiced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt

Garnish: Optional

  • Powdered Swerve or Powdered Monk Fruit
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Make The Crust: In a large mixing bowl, add all of the crust ingredients and mix together.  The consistency will be a crumbly texture. Transfer the crust into the parchment-lined baking pan. Spread it out with your fingers and press down to compact it together. Make sure the crust is an even layer.
  • Bake the crust: Bake the crust for about 15 minutes in a 350F oven until it starts to brown and remove and set to the side.
  • Filling: Add the filling ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix together with a whisk or a hand held mixer until completely combined. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and return to the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the filling is set.
  • Let cool completely, then chill them in the fridge until cold (around an hour or so). Cut the cold bars with a sharp knife. Sprinkle the tops with powdered monk fruit or swerve if desired. 

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Notes

  • Make sure to chill before cutting. This will ensure that you get a clean smooth cut.
  • Feel free to sub any other keto granulated sweetener for the monk fruit. 
  • Sub tapioca flour for the xanthan gum if needed. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g