gluten-free lemon bars

These gluten-free lemon bars are so easy to make! With a buttery shortbread crust and a zesty lemon filling, these bars are a burst of lemon flavor in every bite. They can be prepared in advance, making them a perfect option for any occasion.

Let's make gluten-free lemon bars together! Gather your ingredients.

Add the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla and salt in a bowl.

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Stir until combined. The shortbread mixture will be crumbly.

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Pour the shortbread dough into a 8x8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.

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Use an offset spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup to press the dough into an even layer.

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Bake the crust for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are browned and the center is no longer shiny.

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In a large bowl, add the granulated sugar, gluten-free flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs.

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Whisk until combined. Be sure not to overmix as it will cause the mixture to froth too much.

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Pour the lemon filling over the warm gluten-free shortbread crust.

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Bake for 23-28 minutes until the filling is set. Let sit out at room temperature for 1 hour and the refrigerator for 2 hours.

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Once chilled, dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar.

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Slice the lemon bars into squares, rectangles, or triangles.

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Serve and enjoy!

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gluten-free lemon bars

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These gluten-free lemon bars are so easy to make! With a buttery shortbread crust and a zesty lemon filling, these bars are a burst of lemon flavor in every bite. They can be prepared in advance, making them a perfect option for any occasion.

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Let's make gluten-free lemon bars together! Gather your ingredients.

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Add the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla and salt in a bowl.

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Stir until combined. The shortbread mixture will be crumbly.

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Pour the shortbread dough into a 8x8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.

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Use an offset spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup to press the dough into an even layer.

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Bake the crust for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are browned and the center is no longer shiny.

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In a large bowl, add the granulated sugar, gluten-free flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs.

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Whisk until combined. Be sure not to overmix as it will cause the mixture to froth too much.

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Pour the lemon filling over the warm gluten-free shortbread crust.

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Bake for 23-28 minutes until the filling is set. Let sit out at room temperature for 1 hour and the refrigerator for 2 hours.

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Once chilled, dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar.

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Slice the lemon bars into squares, rectangles, or triangles.

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Serve and enjoy!

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Grab the full recipe at the link below!

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