I made this Vegan Frozen Lemon Bars for my dad’s holiday dinner last month. The lemon gave it tangy cream, and my book club liked them.
Refreshing Vegan Frozen Lemon Bars
These vegan frozen lemon bars feature a smooth and tangy lemon filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust. They are frozen to create a perfectly chilled dessert, ideal for sharing during summertime gatherings or as a fun treat anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups coconut cream refrigerated
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Make the Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine coconut cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble: Pour the lemon filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Freeze: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- Serve: Once frozen, let the lemon bars sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing into squares. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Freeze Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
I keep the frozenbars in the freezer for up to one month. The stay bright, and I let sit on the counter for five minutes before serving.
