Description
Indulge in the delightful world of creamy lemon truffles, a no-bake dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and zesty citrus flavor. These truffles boast a velvety texture, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With just 10 minutes of preparation, they’re quick to make and require minimal ingredients—ideal for parties, afternoon tea, or as thoughtful homemade gifts. Whether you prefer them coated in white chocolate or simply rolled in powdered sugar, these truffles are sure to please any lemon lover. Enjoy the refreshing burst of lemon zest in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz cream cheese (or coconut butter for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp butter (or extra coconut butter for plant-based)
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar (or erythritol for keto-friendly)
- Zest of one lemon
- Optional: 3 oz white chocolate chips (for coating)
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese and butter at room temperature.
- Blend all filling ingredients with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Chill the mixture until firm enough to scoop.
- Form truffle balls using a mini cookie scoop and place on parchment paper.
- If using chocolate, melt it with a bit of oil and coat each truffle before letting them set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg