Description
Bite-sized, creamy confections with a tangy lemon-flavored ganache center, coated in chocolate and often dusted with powdered sugar or zest. These elegant no-bake treats are perfect for parties, bridal showers, or as edible gifts, offering a refreshing yet indulgent flavor profile.
Ingredients
– For the Filling:
– 8 ounces white chocolate (chopped)
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
– For the Coating:
– 8 ounces dark or white chocolate (melted)
– Optional: Powdered sugar, crushed pistachios, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or edible glitter
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache:
– Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Pour it over chopped white chocolate in a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth.
– Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter until fully combined. Let the mixture cool slightly, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until firm.
- Shape the Truffles:
– Once chilled, scoop small portions of the ganache and roll them into balls using your hands or a melon baller.
- Coat the Truffles:
– Dip each ball into melted dark or white chocolate, ensuring even coverage. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
– Decorate with powdered sugar, crushed pistachios, additional lemon zest, or other toppings as desired.
- Set and Serve:
– Place truffles on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to set. Once firm, serve or store as needed.
Notes
– Adjust lemon juice and zest ratios to balance tanginess and brightness.
– Chill the ganache longer for firmer consistency to prevent stickiness while shaping.
– Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week; freeze uncoated or coated truffles for longer storage.
– Roll truffles in cocoa powder or powdered sugar before coating to reduce stickiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2-3 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Sugar: ~10g
- Sodium: ~5mg
- Fat: ~8g
- Saturated Fat: ~5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~12g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~1g
- Cholesterol: ~5mg