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Creamy Lemon Truffles Recipe

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These Creamy Lemon Truffles combine the tangy freshness of lemon with the rich smoothness of cream cheese and white chocolate. Perfect as a refreshing and indulgent dessert, these truffles are easy to prepare and feature a zesty lemon flavor balanced with sweet white chocolate. Optionally coated in nuts or coconut flakes for extra texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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Truffle Mixture

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (Use full-fat for extra richness.)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (Coconut sugar can be used as a healthier alternative.)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice (Fresh is best, avoid bottled juice.)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest (Grate the zest for an extra pop of flavor.)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Enhances the flavor.)

Coating

  • 8 oz White Chocolate (Dark chocolate can be used for a bolder taste.)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts or Coconut Flakes (Optional for coating.)

Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well-blended, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  2. Chill Mixture: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to shape into truffles.
  3. Form Truffles: Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them between your hands to form smooth balls of equal size.
  4. Melt White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and melt it in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Coat Truffles: Dip each lemon truffle ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is completely coated. If desired, immediately roll the coated truffle in chopped nuts or coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
  6. Set Truffles: Arrange the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate them for about 15 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture and flavor.
  • Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the best flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice.
  • To make these truffles dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and white chocolate with vegan alternatives.
  • Store the truffles in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • For a bolder chocolate flavor, try using dark chocolate instead of white chocolate for coating.

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