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Lemon Truffles

Lemon Truffles: Creamy No-Bake Treats for Instant Bliss

These Lemon Truffles are easy no-bake treats that blend zesty lemon flavors for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Truffle Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or Coconut Butter Use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option.
  • 4 tbsp Butter or Coconut Butter All coconut butter works for vegan version.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar or Erythritol Erythritol offers a low-carb, sugar-free alternative.
  • 1 Zest of One Lemon Always opt for fresh zest for the best aroma.
Coating (optional)
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Dairy-free chocolate is a great alternative for vegan option.
Coloring (optional)
  • Natural Food Coloring or Turmeric Turmeric is a great choice for natural coloring.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Melon Baller or Spoon
  • Lined Plate
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring cream cheese or coconut butter, along with butter or coconut butter, to room temperature for about 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. Zest your lemon for vibrant aroma to infuse the mixture.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened ingredients, powdered sugar or erythritol, and lemon zest. Blend on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  4. Scrape mixture into a shallow container, smooth the top, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until firm.
  5. Scoop out mixture into bite-sized pieces using a melon baller or spoon.
  6. Place formed lemon balls onto a lined plate, chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. To coat, melt white chocolate chips or coconut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30-40 seconds. Dip chilled lemon balls in melted mixture.
  8. Return coated lemon truffles to the fridge for another 20 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep leftovers refrigerated for up to a week or freeze for two to three months in an airtight container.

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