Gluten-Free Keto Almond Flour Lemon Bars
Bright, tangy keto-friendly lemon bars featuring a buttery almond flour crust and silky lemon curd filling sweetened with monk fruit. The ghee-enriched base provides rich flavor while keeping carbs minimal. Perfect for low-carb dieters craving classic dessert flavors without the sugar crash. These bars deliver authentic lemon bar taste with a tender, shortbread-like texture that satisfies traditional dessert expectations.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups blanched almond flour
- ¼ teaspoon monk fruit sweetenererythritol1:1keto
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- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 large whole egg
- ¼ cup ghee, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large whole eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon monk fruit sweetenererythritol1:1keto
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and line square baking pan with parchment paper
- 2
Combine almond flour, monk fruit, and salt in medium bowl
- 3
Whisk together egg, melted ghee, and vanilla in small bowl
- 4
Pour wet ingredients into dry and whip with fork until moist dough forms
- 5
Press dough into prepared pan with fingertips
- 6
Poke holes in dough with fork and bake for 10 minutes
- 7
Whisk all lemon layer ingredients in medium bowl until combined
- 8
Remove crust from oven and reduce temperature
- 9
Pour lemon filling over hot crust and return to oven
- 10
Bake until center is set
- 11
Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes
- 12
Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours before slicing into bars
Tips
Poke holes in the crust to prevent puffing and ensure even baking of the bottom layer.
Pour filling over hot crust to help it set properly and create clean layers.
Chill thoroughly before cutting to achieve clean, professional-looking bar slices.
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered for up to 5 days
Can be made 2 days in advance, store covered in refrigerator
Serve chilled, cut into clean squares
Common Mistakes
Don't skip poking holes in crust to avoid puffed, uneven base
Pour filling over hot crust to prevent separation between layers
Allow full chilling time to avoid crumbly, difficult-to-cut bars
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use regular sugar instead of monk fruit?
Yes, but it won't be keto-friendly. Use same amount of powdered sugar for best texture in the filling.
How long do these bars keep in the refrigerator?
Properly stored covered, they stay fresh for up to 5 days. The texture is best within first 3 days.
Can I freeze these lemon bars?
Yes, wrap individually and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in refrigerator before serving for best texture.