Description

Lemon Truffles are a delightful, creamy treat bursting with citrus flavor. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests at any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

4 oz cream cheese (or coconut butter)

2 tbsp butter (or additional coconut butter)

3 tbsp powdered sugar (or erythritol)

zest of one lemon

3 oz white chocolate chips (optional)

1 drop natural food coloring (or pinch turmeric (optional for color))

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until firm.
Once firm, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
If using, melt the white chocolate chips and add food coloring to achieve desired color.
Dip the truffles in the melted chocolate and place them on parchment paper to set.

Notes

For a healthier alternative, you can substitute sugar with erythritol and use coconut butter instead of cream cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 truffle
Calories: 90 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 35 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: Lemon Truffles, dessert, candy, citrus, easy recipe