Vegan Lemon Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350¡F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and powdered sugar. Add the melted vegan butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown.
4. In another medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Add the lemon juice and zest and whisk until smooth.
5. Pour the lemon mixture over the warm crust and spread it evenly. Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
6. Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper, then slice them into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

These vegan lemon bars are a tangy and sweet dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The crust is made from a simple mixture of flour, powdered sugar, and melted vegan butter, while the filling is made from lemon juice, lemon zest, and a few other simple ingredients. Once baked, these bars have a crisp and crumbly crust and a bright and zesty lemon filling that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.