27 March 2011

Lemon Bars with a Twist [Vegan]

As the new quarter begins, Spring rolls around the corner: I start baking.
So this means Vegan Lemon Bars.

But it would not be a dish of mine if I did not alter the recipe some.
My man calls it:
"Savita: A measurement which is a spicy, lil' pinch and nibble. The perfect touch to add to any dish. (It is quite rare however, and there are even limited supply. But not to worry because I have the source itself.)" 
The recipe is as follows:
Original
Crust:

  • 1/2 c. non-hydrog, non-dairy, at room temp.
  • 1/4 c. confec. sugar
  • 1 c. unbleached all-purpose flour
Filling:

  • 1/2 c. silken tofu (soft or firm)
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • zest from 2 lemons
  • 1/3 c. lemon juice 
  • 2 T. unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 T cornstarch
  • confec. sugar, sifted

Altered
Crust:
  • 1/2 c. Earth Balance
  • 1/4 c. Raw Turbinado Sugar
  • 1 c. unbleached wheat flour
Filling:

  • 1 package Silken Tofu (I used firm, but would suggest soft for a creamier experience)
  • 1 c. Raw Turbinado Sugar
  • Zest from 4 lemons
  • 2/3 c. lemon juice (4 lemons)
  • 2 T. flour
  • 2 egg substitute (this is a replacer for the starch as a thickening agent, beat for longer to add fluff)
Topping:

  • Tons of walnuts (chop finely)
  • Raspberry glaze*
  • Confectioner's sugar to aesthetic appeal
  • Some lemon swirls for garnish
  • Coconut shreds
  • A birthday candle: Happy Birthday Noah Miska Garber!
*Raspberry glaze: Add about 1 package of raspberries, and mix with water and brown sugar with a touch of agave. MIX!! Spread thinly over the fill, after you let stand the 'lemon bars.'

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