Best 3 Lemon And Almond Butter Bars Recipes

Indulge your taste buds in a symphony of flavors with these delectable Lemon and Almond Butter Bars, where zesty citrus tang harmonizes perfectly with the rich, nutty embrace of almond butter. Each bite offers a delightful burst of citrusy freshness, complemented by the smooth, creamy texture of almond butter, creating a truly irresistible treat. This collection of recipes caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can savor these delightful bars. Whether you prefer a classic, gluten-free, or vegan rendition, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND-COCONUT LEMON BARS

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Give traditional lemon bars a tasty twist with the addition of almonds and coconut. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, almonds and lemon zest; cover and process until nuts are finely chopped. Add butter; pulse just until mixture is crumbly. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, coconut, lemon juice, flour, lemon zest and baking powder; pour over the hot crust. Bake until light golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMON ALMOND BARS

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Make and share this Lemon Almond Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons freshly grated fresh lemon rind
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds

Steps:

Make the bottom layer: in a bowl cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until fluffy; stir in flour until well mixed.
Press mixture into an ungreased 13x9 baking pan.
Bake at 325°F for about 35 minutes or until golden.
Make the topping: in a separate bowl whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, lemon rind, and juice until smooth; pour over the baked bottom layer.
Sprinkle with the sliced almonds and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until set.
Let cool on rack, then cut into bars.

LEMON-ALMOND SQUARES

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Make and share this Lemon-Almond Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1 (4 ounce) package almond paste, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
powdered sugar

Steps:

For crust: Preheat oven to 350F.
Mix flour, sugar and salt and cut in butter until mixture holds together when pressed; pat into bottom of 9 inch square baking dish; bake until light brown, about 15 minutes.
For filling: Beat eggs and ½ cup sugar until thick and pale; add almond paste and beat until smooth.
Mix in lemon juice and peel and all purpose flour.
Pour filling into crust and bake until firm but not brown, 17-20 minutes.
Cool in pan.
Dust with powdered sugar.
To serve: Cut in squares using knife dipped in hot water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.1, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 70.2, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10.9, Protein 2.4

Tips:

For a chewier texture, use melted butter instead of softened butter.
To make sure the bars are evenly baked, rotate the pan halfway through the baking time.
For a stronger lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
If you don't have almond butter, you can substitute another nut butter, such as peanut butter or cashew butter.
To make the bars gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
To make the bars vegan, use vegan butter and almond butter.

Conclusion:

These lemon and almond butter bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are chewy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a sweet dessert, these bars are sure to please everyone.