The Best Keto Lemon Bars - Only 4g Net Carbs

The Best Keto Lemon Bars - Only 4g Net Carbs

from myketoplate.com
10 min
16 servings

You need just 7 ingredients to make the perfect keto lemon bars. Buttery shortbread crust, tangy and sweet lemon filling. So bright yellow, fresh & creamy!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup sweetener
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 3 medium lemons
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 3/4 cup powdered sweetener

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350F / 180C. Line an 8X8 baking glass pan with parchment paper and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the crust: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or a food processor, combine the crust ingredients: almond flour, melted butter, erythritol, vanilla extract, and salt.

  3. 3

    Firmly press the thick dough into the prepared pan, making sure the crust is evenly distributed. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

  4. 4

    Prepare the lemon filling: Sift the powdered sweetener, almond flour in a large bowl. Juice the lemons and add them to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Over the lemon juice, add the room temperature eggs, lemon zest and whisk until well combined.

  6. 6

    Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the filling looks set. Remove lemon bars from the oven and allow them to completely cool down at room temperature, then stick in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

  7. 7

    Use a sharp knife to cut them into squares. Enjoy!