Description
These White Chocolate Lemon Truffles are a delightful blend of creamy white chocolate and bright lemon flavor, rolled in powdered sugar for a sweet, tangy bite-sized treat. Perfect for a fancy dessert or gifting, these no-bake truffles are easy to prepare and melt in your mouth with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Truffle Mixture
- 1 cup white chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Coating
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Melt Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate, heavy cream, and butter together, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, mixing well to incorporate all the flavors evenly into the chocolate mixture.
- Chill Mixture: Pour the mixture into a shallow bowl and refrigerate for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it is firm enough to scoop but still soft enough to shape.
- Scoop and Shape: Once set, use a teaspoon or melon baller to scoop small portions of the mixture. Roll each scoop between your hands to form smooth, round truffles.
- Coat Truffles: Roll each formed truffle in powdered sugar until fully coated to provide a sweet, slightly crunchy exterior.
- Final Chill: Place the coated truffles back into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to fully set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate mixture cools sufficiently before shaping to avoid melting in your hands.
- You can substitute the lemon juice with lime juice for a different citrus twist.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a decorative touch, drizzle additional melted white chocolate on top before chilling.
- If powdered sugar is not desired, finely shredded coconut or cocoa powder can be used as alternative coatings.
