Vegan Lemon Bars

These vegan lemon bars are incredibly delicious with the perfect sweet and citrusy lemon curd atop a buttery shortbread for an easy classic dessert.

Ingredients
Shortbread Crust

• 1/2 cup vegan butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Meyer Lemon Curd

• 1 12 oz package extra firm silken tofu, liquid drained
• 1/2 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice, 5-6 lemons
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
To make the crust

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a stand-up mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest together until smooth and creamy. Add flour and mix until well incorporated.
3. Press the dough into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes until light golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes.