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Lemon Truffles

Creamy Lemon Truffles that Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in these creamy lemon truffles, a delightful no-bake dessert that caters to various dietary needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or Coconut Butter Use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 4 tablespoon Butter or Additional Coconut Butter Use plant-based butter for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar or Erythritol Can substitute honey for a natural sweetener if not low-carb.
  • 1 tablespoon Zest of One Lemon Can also use lemon extract for enhanced taste.
For Coating (Optional)
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Consider using sugar-free white chocolate.
  • 1 tablespoon Natural Food Coloring or Turmeric Optional for color enhancement.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare your ingredients by bringing cream cheese and butter to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and lemon zest. Beat on medium speed until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Spread the mixture into a shallow container and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes until firm.
  4. Step 4: Scoop and roll the mixture into balls and place on parchment-lined plate. Chill again for about 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: For coating, melt white chocolate chips and dip each truffle, allowing excess to drip off. Set back on parchment-lined plate.
  6. Step 6: Once chocolate hardens, serve your truffles and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep truffles in an airtight container for up to a week in the fridge or longer in the freezer.

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