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Homemade lemon truffles coated in powdered sugar with lemon zest, one bitten to show a creamy lemon center, on a white plate.

Lemon Truffles

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Creamy, tangy, and refreshing, these no-bake Lemon Truffles come together with simple ingredients and a chill time—perfect for summer treats, bake sales, or last-minute desserts that taste like they took hours.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups White chocolate chips - Melted
  • ¼ cup Heavy cream - Or substitute with coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice - Add slowly
  • 2 teaspoon Lemon zest - Fresh is best
  • ¼ cup Powdered sugar - Adjust for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon Butter - Softened
  • ½ packet Vanilla pudding mix - Optional, for extra creaminess
  • ½ cup Mini marshmallows - Optional, melt into the mixture
For Rolling (pick one or mix):
  • ¼ cup Powdered sugar - Classic finish
  • ¼ cup Coconut flakes - For tropical flavor
  • ¼ cup Crushed graham crackers - Adds crunch
  • ¼ cup Lemon zest - Bright and zingy

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl (For combining ingredients)
  • 1 Hand mixer or whisk (For beating the mixture)
  • 1 Microwave-safe bowl (To melt white chocolate)
  • 1 Cookie scoop (Or use a small spoon)
  • 1 Baking sheet (Lined with parchment for chilling)

Method
 

  1. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring each time until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  2. Mix melted chocolate with heavy cream. Slowly add lemon juice while stirring. Stir in lemon zest, powdered sugar, butter, and (optional) pudding mix and marshmallows.
  3. Beat everything until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust lemon to preference.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours to set properly.
  5. Use a spoon or cookie scoop to portion, then roll with hands into balls. Work quickly.
  6. Roll each ball in your chosen coating (powdered sugar, coconut, etc.).
  7. Place coated truffles on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 0.8gFat: 5.5gSaturated Fat: 3.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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