Lemon Truffles

Lemon truffles are little bites of sunshine—creamy, tangy, and sweet with just the right amount of zing. Here’s a simple recipe to make them at home:

🍋 Lemon Truffles Recipe

Yield: ~20 truffles
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1/4 cup heavy cream

• Zest of 1 large lemon

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1/8 tsp salt

• 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

• Powdered sugar (or finely crushed graham crackers or coconut) for coating

\Instructions:

1. Make the lemon cream base:

   • In a small saucepan over low heat, combine butter, heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt.

   • Heat until warm and just starting to simmer—do not boil.

2. Melt the chocolate:

   • Place the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl.

   • Pour the warm lemon mixture over the chocolate and let it sit for 1–2 minutes.

   • Stir until smooth. If needed, microwave in short bursts (10 seconds) to fully melt.

3. Flavor and chill:

   • Stir in vanilla extract if using.

   • Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1–2 hours until firm enough to scoop.

4. Shape the truffles:

   • Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion the mixture.

   • Roll into balls with your hands (wear gloves if it’s sticky!).

5. Coat them:

   • Roll each truffle in powdered sugar, crushed graham crackers, or shredded coconut for a finishing touch.

6. Serve or store:

   • Keep truffles chilled until serving. They’ll last about 5 days in the fridge.