Vegan Lemon Bars (Gluten-Free & Eggless)
A bright and buttery vegan lemon bar with a soft-set gluten-free shortbread base and smooth, jellied lemon filling that slices clean without eggs.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- gluten-free all-purpose flour
- vegan butter
- cornstarch or arrowroot for thickening
- coconut milk for creaminess
- turmeric for sunny color (no flavor)
Instructions
- Make a simple shortbread crust and bake it for 18 minutes.
- Cook the lemon filling on the stovetop until thickened, then pour it over the baked crust.
- Bake again for 12–15 minutes until the filling is softly set.
- Chill overnight, dust with powdered sugar, and slice into neat squares before serving.
Notes
Want a punchier lemon flavor? Add extra zest or a splash of lemon extract. For a school-safe version, use coconut milk from a box instead of a can to lower fat.