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Lemon Truffles

Delicious No-Bake Lemon Truffles for a Refreshing Treat

These Lemon Truffles are creamy, easy-to-make, no-bake treats that offer a refreshing citrus burst.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or Coconut Butter
  • 1/4 cup Butter or Additional Coconut Butter
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar or Erythritol
  • 1 zest Lemon use fresh lemon peel for best results
For Coating (Optional)
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips or melted coconut butter for a vegan option
  • Natural Food Coloring or Turmeric

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring cream cheese and butter to room temperature (about 15 minutes). Gather necessary ingredients.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar or erythritol, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Blend with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Transfer mixture to a shallow container. If too soft, freeze for 10-15 minutes until firm enough to scoop. Shape into bite-sized balls.
  4. Place truffle balls on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
  5. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Dip chilled truffles in melted chocolate and set them back on the parchment paper to harden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for 2-3 months. Let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before enjoying if frozen.

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