Description
These creamy Lemon Truffles are a quick and easy no-bake dessert made with cream cheese, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for lemon lovers, these bite-sized treats are smooth, tangy, and melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese or coconut butter
- 2 tbsp butter or additional coconut butter
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar or erythritol
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 oz white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 drop natural food coloring or a pinch of turmeric (optional)
Instructions
- Bring the cream cheese (or coconut butter) and butter to room temperature until softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened ingredients with powdered sugar, lemon zest, and optional food coloring or turmeric.
- Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. A fork can also be used if needed.
- Freeze the mixture for a few minutes until firm enough to scoop.
- Using a mini cookie scoop, portion into balls onto a parchment-lined plate.
- Freeze until firm.
- If desired, dip each truffle in melted white chocolate or coconut butter. Let the coating set before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer for best freshness.
Notes
- For a smoother chocolate coating, stir 1/2 teaspoon of oil into the melted white chocolate.
- For bar-style treats, spread the mixture into a container before chilling and cut into squares.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American