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Lemon Truffles

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 85 minutes
  • Yield: 24 small truffles 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and creamy lemon truffles coated in powdered sugar or coconut, perfect for gifts or a sweet treat.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) good quality white chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons, very finely grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract, optional
  • Pinch of fine salt
  • Coatings: powdered sugar, finely shredded coconut, or melted white chocolate for dipping

Instructions

  1. Put the chopped white chocolate in a heat safe bowl.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat cream, butter, and lemon zest over low heat until steaming.
  3. Pour hot cream mixture through a fine strainer over the white chocolate.
  4. Let sit for 2 minutes without stirring.
  5. Stir gently from the center out until smooth.
  6. If needed, set the bowl over a simmering water bath to melt any remaining bits.
  7. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and taste; adjust if necessary.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until scoopable.
  9. Use a small scoop or teaspoon to portion and roll the mixture into small balls.
  10. Roll in powdered sugar or coconut, or dip in melted white chocolate.
  11. Chill the finished truffles for 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store truffles in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg