Lemon Truffles
Lemon truffles are decadent little bites that have everyone coming back for more. These rich truffles are loaded with zippy lemon flavor and coated in powdered sugar for sweet, tangy, summery flavor in every bite!
I love making truffles. They’re a classic, bite-sized treat that makes a great sweet snack, dessert, or addition to any party. You can make them in so many flavors and varieties, and believe me, I have. This time of year, when the weather is starting to warm up, I love to welcome in the spring and summer seasons with these bright, zippy lemon truffles. They’re delicious and easy – the perfect combination!
Lemon Truffles
These bright, lemony truffles start with melted white chocolate, bark, or candy melts. I mix them with heavy cream, butter, and lemon zest, then I cool the mixture in the refrigerator until it’s set enough to roll into balls. I roll the mixture into truffle balls, coat them with powdered sugar, and chill them until ready to serve. That’s all there is to it! They’re easy to make and hard to stop eating!
Why You’ll Love This Lemon Truffles Recipe
- It only takes a handful of ingredients to make.
- It’s a super easy recipe that even beginners can make.
- Every bite is full of bright lemon flavor.
- These are rich, decadent truffles perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
You’ll only need a few simple ingredients that you can find quickly and easily at any grocery store. You might just have most of them in your kitchen, as well. They make look fancy, but they’re made with ingredients that are anything but!
- 10 oz white chocolate chips, bark, or candy melts, I used the highlighted ones
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream or whipping cream
- lemon zest from a half lemon to a whole lemon
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon real lemon extract or 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- pinch of salt
- 1 to 2 drops yellow food coloring, this is optional
- Powdered sugar for coating
How to Make Lemon Truffles
Making these truffles is just about as easy as it gets. It only takes few minutes and a few simple steps to go from individual ingredients to decadent, delicious truffles.
- Melt the white chocolate chips, butter, heavy cream, and salt in a double boiler until completely smooth. Alternatively, you can melt the mixture in the microwave at 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.
- Gently stir in the lemon zest, juice or extract, and food coloring if using.
- Cool the mixture to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours until firm enough to roll into balls.
- Scoop out the cooled mixture into 1-inch balls and roll into smooth balls with clean hands. Place the truffles on a rimmed parchment lined cookie sheet.
- Roll the truffles in powdered sugar to coat and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Tips
- If using a double boiler, be sure NO steam comes into contact with the chocolate. It will seize and be ruined.
- If using a microwave, heat the chocolate for no more than 20 seconds at a time and stir between each heating. This melts the mixture without scorching it.
- Cool the mixture to room temperature before covering it and chilling it to prevent condensation.
Substitutions and Variations
- You can use white chocolate, white almond bark, or white candy melts for this recipe.
- Both heavy cream and whipping cream will work in this recipe.
- Try coating the truffles in powdered sugar and finely chopped nuts for even more flavor and texture.
Equipment
- Measuring spoons
- Saucepan and bowl or microwaveable bowl
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Shallow bowl
Storage
Refrigerator: Store for up to 4 days in an air-tight container.
Freezer: Store for up to a month in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
What to Serve with Lemon Truffles
Serve these truffles with a cup of coffee or tea along with some fresh fruit. They also make a great addition to a larger dessert table at parties and gatherings.
More Truffle Recipes
If you love truffles, then you’ll enjoy these delicious recipes.
FAQ
Truffles are chocolate confections coated with powdered sugar. Their name comes from their resemblance to the mushroom-like fungus of the same name.
If any moisture at all comes into contact with the chocolate as it melts it will seize and become unusable.
To easily make a smooth white chocolate truffle, use white almond bark. It’s specifically designed for melting and will not seize.
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Lemon Truffles
This easy recipe turns out the most delicious lemon truffles that are melt in your mouth delicious. Elegant to serve for company yet easy enough for any weeknight dessert.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces white chocolate chips, bark, or candy melts, I used the highlighted ones
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy or whipping cream
- lemon zest from 1/2 to 1 lemon
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon real lemon extract OR 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- pinch salt
- powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
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Melt the white chocolate chips, butter, heavy cream, and salt in a double boiler until completely smooth. Alternatively, you can melt the mixture in the microwave at 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.
Add in the lemon zest, lemon juice or lemon extract. Add 1 to 2 drops of yellow food coloring if using.
Cool the mixture to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until firm enough to roll into balls.
Scoop out the cooled mixture into 1-inch balls and roll into smooth balls with clean hands.
Place the truffles on a rimmed and lined cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silpat.
Roll the truffles in powdered sugar to coat and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!
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