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Decadent Lemon White Chocolate Truffles

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These truffles combine bright lemon zest and juice with creamy white chocolate for a silky, tangy, and sweet treat that’s easy to make and perfect for gifting or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Finishing coating options: finely grated white chocolate, extra lemon zest, or coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Chop the white chocolate finely and place in a medium heatproof bowl. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat the heavy cream and softened butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until just about to simmer, do not boil. (5 minutes)
  3. Pour the hot cream and butter mixture over the chopped white chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Microwave in 10-second bursts if needed to fully melt. (5 minutes)
  4. Stir in fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly combined. (2 minutes)
  5. Optional: Adjust sweetness by sifting in powdered sugar and mixing well. (1 minute)
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm but pliable. (2+ hours)
  7. Using a melon baller or teaspoon, scoop portions of ganache and roll quickly between palms to form smooth balls. Keep ganache chilled to avoid melting. (15-20 minutes)
  8. Roll each truffle in your choice of finely grated white chocolate, extra lemon zest, or coconut flakes. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. (10 minutes)
  9. Refrigerate finished truffles for at least 30 minutes before serving to set perfectly. (30 minutes)

Notes

Avoid overheating white chocolate to prevent seizing. Zest lemons before juicing for best flavor. Chill ganache thoroughly before rolling. If truffles soften while rolling, chill hands or ganache again. Variations include adding freeze-dried raspberry powder, fresh herbs, or rolling in nuts.

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