Paleo Chocolate Lemon Squares (Paleo, Egg Free, Dessert)

I have to admit I forgot about this recipe! I actually made this one months ago but it has been sitting in the archives collecting dust. Sad I know.

So since I made my last announcement that I have finished my internal medicine rotations I have made it out to the Okanagan Valley for a well deserved vacation. If you are looking for me over the next two weeks I will be beside the pool with a book, working on my tan. There is nothing that makes me happier than laying in the sunshine with a great read. It is no secret that I love reading, and unfortunately during most of the year I don’t have a lot of extra time for it. I make up for that on vacation let me tell you! Have you read anything good lately? I would love to get some book suggestions.

Now I happen to love lemon flavour desserts, but I know that a lot of people don’t. It seems to be that way with lemon desserts; you either love them or hate them, there is no in between. So if you are one of the haters I apologize in advance because this one is not for you. But for everyone else keep reading and enjoy! These Paleo Chocolate Lemon Squares have been taste tested and approved by my non-paleo mother so hopefully you will like them too!

I recommend making this one the night before you need it, as letting it sit in the fridge overnight leads to the best texture.

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Paleo Chocolate Lemon Squares

I love lemon desserts, and my non-Paleo mom taste-tested these and also gave them rave reviews.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword healthy lemon bars, lemon squares, paleo lemon bars

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 12 bars

Calories 407 kcal

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
• 1 cup coconut flour
• 2/3 cup coconut oil
• 1/3 cup grass-fed butter or ghee
• 1/3 cup organic honey
• 1 tsp lemon extract
• 1 lemon for zest
• 1 lemon for juice
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 eggs Optional: This will hold the crust together but are not necessary if you don't tolerate eggs

Chocolate Layer

• 1/2 cup coconut butter or manna, or concentrate
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 3 tbsp organic honey
• 3 tbsp organic cocoa powder
• 1 tsp organic vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp + 1 tsp coconut flour

Instructions

Crust

1. Preheat oven to 350F 

2. In a large glass bowl add the coconut oil and butter and microwave for 45-60 seconds to melt the oils


3. Add the remaining crust ingredients to the bowl and blend well with a pastry blender

4. Line an 8x8 glass baking dish with parchment paper 


5. Pour crust ingredients onto parchment paper and press down well until you have an even layer

6. Cook for 15-17 minutes at 350F, until edges are golden brown


7. Remove from oven (but don't turn it off) 

Chocolate Layer

1. Place a small sauce pan on low heat on the stove

2. Place all ingredients except for the coconut flour into the pan and allow to melt, and stir to combine

3. Remove the pan from the heat and add the coconut flour, stir until dissolved

4. Pour onto lemon crust and spread with a knife to form an even layer (this is a thin layer)

5. Place back in oven and cook for another 10 minutes

6. Remove from oven and place the entire square into the fridge and allow to cool overnight

7. Remove from fridge, let sit for 10-15 minutes cut, serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

NOTE: Make the chocolate while the crust is cooking

NOTE: Allowing these to sit in the fridge overnight makes the lemon crust less crumbly as it reabsorbs moisture as it sits 

Nutrition Facts

Paleo Chocolate Lemon Squares

Amount Per Serving

Calories 407 Calories from Fat 306

% Daily Value*

Fat 34g52%

Saturated Fat 20g125%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 40mg13%

Sodium 130mg6%

Potassium 50mg1%

Carbohydrates 24g8%

Fiber 7g29%

Sugar 14g16%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 42IU1%

Vitamin C 6mg7%

Calcium 41mg4%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

NOTE: Allowing these to sit in the fridge overnight makes the lemon crust less crumbly as it reabsorbs moisture as it sits