Creamy Lemon Truffles Recipe: A Delightfully Zesty and Indulgent Treat
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A Delightfully Zesty and Indulgent Treat
- Author: Jenna
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes (optional)
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until well incorporated.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips until smooth.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
- Roll the truffles in crushed graham crackers or coconut flakes if desired.
- Place the truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until set.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg