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Lemon Bars (Raw, Vegan, Paleo)

www.theorganicdietitian.com
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 1/2 cup dates pitted
  • 1/3 cup walnuts any nut will work, use pumpkin seeds or oats for a nut-free version
  • Pinch of salt
  • Filling:
  • 1 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or 1/2 cup coconut butter
  • 1 Tablespoon maple syrup or 2 pitted dates
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon zest organic preferred- from about 2 lemons
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice from 2-3 lemons
  • 2 Tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric for color

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, chop the dates, nuts, and salt until a dough-like consistency is formed.
  2. In an 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper, press the crust into the bottom in an even layer. Wet your hands slightly, it is sticky.
  3. In a food processor or blender add the coconut flakes and process until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the rest of the ingredients to the coconut butter and blend until smooth.
  5. Adjust sweetener as needed, but remember the crust is sweet as well.
  6. Pour the lemon mixture onto the crust and let set in the fridge for at least one hour.
  7. Cut into bars.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Recipe Notes

Choose organic ingredients when possible.