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Lemon Truffles

Irresistibly Creamy Lemon Truffles You Can Make in 10 Minutes

Creamy Lemon Truffles made with simple ingredients for a delightful dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 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 for dairy-free
  • 4 tbsp Butter or coconut butter for vegan
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar or erythritol to taste
  • 1 each Zest of One Lemon use fresh lemons for best results
Optional Coating
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips for melting
  • 1 tbsp Natural Food Coloring turmeric for color

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • mini cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Lemon Truffles
  1. Bring cream cheese and butter to room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Blend softened ingredients on medium speed until smooth for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Spread mixture into a shallow container; chill for 30 minutes if too soft.
  4. Shape into small balls using a scoop, refrigerate for another 15-30 minutes.
  5. Melt white chocolate chips and coat truffles if desired, then set on parchment.
  6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days; freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mg

Notes

Use a hand mixer for smoother texture; chill time is crucial for maintaining shape.

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