Gluten-Free Recipes

Gluten Free Lemon Shortbread Bars

These easy gluten free lemon shortbread bars use tart lemon curd and a buttery shortbread crust. They are a simple take on classic lemon bars. These homemade bars use common ingredients and make a rich treat!

The crust is a crumbly layer of shortbread that uses five ingredients you likely have on hand. The top layer is my gluten free lemon curd recipe. I bake the shortbread crust and then after it has cooled spread the lemon curd over top and refrigerate.

I like to make a double batch of the lemon curd and then use part of it for a cake or pancake topping and then save the remaining for this gluten free lemon shortbread recipe. I store the lemon curd in the refrigerator for a week until I need it for this recipe.

a 9x13 baking dish of gluten free lemon shortbread bars

Do I need to refrigerate lemon bars?

Yes. If you don't refrigerate these bars the lemon won't hold together as nicely. I also like the texture and flavor a lot more when the bars are cold.

What should lemon bars look like when done?

For these bars you will just bake the shortbread crust. It will have a light brown color. Be sure not to take it out of the oven while it's still very pale. This will cause it to become mushy and it won't have the texture of shortbread. You want a nice light golden brown color.

Do lemon bars rise?

No. The gluten free shortbread crust might become a bit puffy but it won't rise. When you take it out of the oven if it has become puffy at all it will flatten as it cools.

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Gluten Free Lemon Bars
Gluten Free Lemon Bundt Cake with Lemon Glaze
Lemon Lime Homemade Gatorade
Healthy Lemon Ginger Tea
Easy Pea Salad

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Gluten Free Lemon Shortbread Bars

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Author: Elaine VanVleck
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 bars 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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Ingredients

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1 cup Unsalted Butter, at room temperature
⅓ cup Confectioners' Sugar
2 cups Gluten Free Flour
½ tsp. Baking Powder
¼ tsp. Sea Salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Grease a 9x13 baking dish with butter or coconut oil. Set aside.

In the bowl of your stand mixer cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar. Add the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. Don't over mix your ingredients!

Pour the dough into your 9x13 baking dish and press into an even layer on the bottom of the pan. Use a fork to pierce the dough lightly all over. You don't need to pierce all the way through.

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes until the shortbread is golden brown.

Let the crust cool completely before you top it with the Gluten Free Lemon Curd.

Notes

You could sprinkle confectioners' sugar over the bars, but I think the crust is sweet enough and I like to keep the lemon curd tart.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Gluten Free

Lemon Lime Homemade Sports Drink

This DIY recipe for lemon lime homemade sports drink is a healthy way to replenish electrolytes. This drink is made with natural ingredients and no added sugar. In this recipe I tell you how to make a sugar free sports drink with coconut water.

I haven't found a sports drink in the store that doesn't have dyes or ingredients I don't consume. So, I decided to make my own. It's really easy! In this version I use lemon lime, but you could use any juice you have at home.

It's so key for our bodies to drink more than just water. We need to replace the electrolytes we use up sweating during exercise or while we are sick. I blend this drink up in my blender and serve it over ice. If I have some leftover I store it in the refrigerator in a sealed jar.

If you are looking for more refreshing drink recipes try my Iced Chai Tea Latte Concentrate, my Homemade Blueberry Lemonade made with Frozen Blueberries, my Pina Colada Mocktail or my Homemade Raspberry Lemonade.

You can find all of my drink recipes here: Gluten Free Drink Recipes

Two glasses of lemon lime homemade sports drink with ice and lemon wedges on top sitting next to a small bowl of pink salt

This Lemon Lime Homemade Sports Drink is a refreshing and healthy alternative to store-bought options, offering natural hydration and replenishment through real, whole ingredients.

Perfect for hot summer days or post-workout recovery, this DIY sports drink combines the crisp tang of citrus with natural electrolytes to help you stay energized and hydrated.

Whether you're looking for a homemade Gatorade substitute or a simple refreshing drink to beat the heat, this recipe delivers both taste and function.

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Ingredients

Instructions

In your blender add the waters, juices, honey and salt. Pulse until all the ingredients are combined.

Serve over ice.

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Storage

Store in an air tight jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make my own gatorade?

It's so easy and you can control the ingredients! I like to start with a coconut water and regular water base. Then add in juices. In this recipe I use orange, lemon and lime juices. You could change that up to use what you have on hand. Then I use honey to sweeten slightly and some sea salt.

If you have been used to drinking regular gatorade this recipe may not have enough honey for you. You may want to start with a little more honey and then lessen that a little each time you make this recipe until your taste buds get used to drinking something a little less sweet.

How long will homemade sports drink last?

If you have leftover lemon lime homemade sports drink you will want to store it in your refrigerator. It will last in your refrigerator for up to two weeks. This recipe doesn't make a large batch, so you shouldn't have any trouble using it up in that time frame.

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