Irresistible Lemon White Chocolate Truffles: A Delectable Delight
These creamy, citrus-infused lemon white chocolate truffles are the perfect bite-sized indulgence bright, smooth, and joyfully easy to make.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice for extra tang
- Optional: 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (e.g., pistachios or almonds)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the white chocolate for easier melting.
- Wash lemons thoroughly and zest them using a microplane or fine grater.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine white chocolate, heavy cream, and butter. Place over a pot of simmering water (bain-marie) and stir until smooth and melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and vanilla extract. Add lemon juice if desired.
- Pour mixture into a shallow dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Once firm, use a melon baller or teaspoon to scoop and roll into balls by hand.
- Roll truffles in chopped nuts or powdered sugar for decoration if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality white chocolate for best melting and flavor. Avoid zesting the bitter white pith of lemons. Always chill mixture thoroughly before forming truffles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: lemon, truffles, white chocolate, dessert, no bake, citrus
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