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No-Bake Lemon Bars

Easy No-Bake Lemon Oat Bars – Fresh, Gluten-Free and No Refined Sugar

5 from 3 votes
These no-bake lemon bars have quickly become one of those recipes I keep coming back to. They’re simple, fresh, and come together in minutes—no oven, no fuss, just a bowl and a spoon. And as a bonus, they’re naturally gluten-free and made without refined sugar, which makes them feel a little lighter and easier to enjoy any day of the week.
Servings 8 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cup (150g) oat flour
  • 2 tbsp (25g) coconut oil , melted
  • zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tbsp (30g) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ tbsp (30g) honey
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
  • 4 tbsp (30g) powdered milk

Topping

  • 2 tbsp (25g) coconut oil , melted
  • 4 tbsp (30g) powdered milk
  • 3/4 tbsp (15g) honey
  • 1 tbsp (15g) lemon juice
  • Fresh lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Line an 8 × 4-inch (20 × 10 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour, powdered milk, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute everything.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step2
  • Add the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step3
  • Pour in the melted coconut oil and honey.
  • Stir until the mixture comes together into a soft, slightly sticky dough. It should hold its shape when pressed between your fingers. If it feels too dry, add 1–2 teaspoons milk or water. If too soft, add a little more oat flour.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step6
  • Press it down firmly and evenly, using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a glass.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars
  • In a small bowl, prepare the topping by mixing the powdered milk, melted coconut oil, honey, and lemon juice.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step9
  • Mix until smooth and creamy.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step10
  • Spread the topping evenly over the base, smoothing the surface with a spoon or spatula.
  • Finish with a little extra lemon zest on top.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step13
  • Refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes, or until the bars are firm to the touch.
  • Lift the bars out using the parchment paper.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step14
  • Slice into portions.
    No-Bake Lemon Bars - step16
  • Store in the refrigerator, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 bar out of 8Calories: 173kcalCarbohydrates: 21.55gProtein: 5.93gFat: 7.62gSaturated Fat: 5.675gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 112mgPotassium: 226mgFiber: 2.1gSugar: 8.71gVitamin A: 164IUVitamin C: 4.3mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 0.95mg
Calories: 173kcal
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gluten-free, lemon bars, no refined sugar, no-bake bars, oats