Description

These delightful Lemon Truffles are a creamy, tangy treat perfect for a quick and easy dessert. Combining the zest and fresh flavor of lemon with rich cream cheese and a touch of sweetness, these truffles can be made with or without white chocolate coating for an elegant finish. They require minimal ingredients and prep time, making them an ideal no-bake dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

4 oz cream cheese (or coconut butter)
2 tbsp butter (or additional coconut butter)
3 tbsp powdered sugar (or erythritol)
Zest of one lemon

Optional Coating

3 oz white chocolate chips
1 drop natural food coloring (or pinch turmeric for color)

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Bring the cream cheese and butter (or coconut butter) to room temperature if they are not already soft to ensure easier blending.
Blend Ingredients: Using a hand mixer or fork, blend the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and lemon zest together until smooth. The hand mixer yields the smoothest texture but stirring by hand is acceptable.
Firm Up Mixture: Spread the mixture into a container or freeze it for a few minutes until firm enough to scoop.
Scoop and Shape: Use a mini cookie scoop to form balls onto a parchment-lined plate. Freeze until the truffles are firm.
Optional Chocolate Coating: Melt white chocolate chips (with a drop of oil for smoother consistency if desired) and dip the truffles to coat. Alternatively, coconut butter can be used for dipping.
Set and Store: Once the coating sets, cut truffles in half as shown in photos. Store leftovers refrigerated or frozen to maintain freshness.

Notes

If using coconut butter instead of cream cheese and butter, the flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.
Natural food coloring or a pinch of turmeric can be added for a vibrant yellow color but is optional.
The powdered sugar can be substituted with erythritol for a low-sugar version.
For easier coating, stirring a small amount of oil into melted white chocolate helps create a smoother sauce.
Keep leftovers refrigerated or frozen to preserve texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Lemon Truffles, no bake dessert, creamy truffles, lemon dessert, easy truffles recipe, white chocolate coating