A tangy and delightful treat, these lemon truffles are perfect for any occasion. The bright lemon flavor is balanced with a rich, creamy texture.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Yellow food coloring (optional)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions:
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add heavy cream, butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the melted chocolate. Mix until well combined. If desired, add a few drops of yellow food coloring.
- Chill and Shape: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Once chilled, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll into balls.
- Coat: Roll the truffles in cocoa powder.
- Serve: Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Tips:
- For a more intense lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest and juice.
- You can also roll the truffles in other coatings, such as powdered sugar or chopped nuts.
- If you don’t have white chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate.