Lemon Truffles are made with just a couple of ingredients and are super easy to put together. If you love lemon, these little no-bake dessert treats will become your favorite quick!
What’s so special about these Lemon Truffles?
Just the fact that Lemon Truffles are made of chocolate (cacao butter to be exact) should already have you drooling ( I know they had me), but in case it does not, let me tell you what else makes them special and unique.
The coating on these Lemon Truffles is made of two tones of yellow sanding sugar, which gives them the sparkliness of little gems. But, that’s not all, it also has some citric acid in the coating, which gives the tiny hint of sour, just like you would have in a lemon.
What gets you out of bed at midnight 😀 ?
It was past midnight and I was doing my homework on the computer. Wanting a little break, I wandered to Pinterest and found wonderful Lemon Truffles, that made me almost choke on my own drool. I was running for my block of white chocolate, that I just bought a couple of weeks ago just in case, in a matter of minutes.
So I quickly chopped up my 260 grams of chocolate, slowly microwaved it until melted, added the lemon emulsion, butter, stirred and in about 5 minutes after I got up off the couch, I was spooning the chocolate rounds onto the parchment paper.
If one wanted the Lemon Truffles to be more soft and creamy, you would probably have to add more cream or butter and allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for a couple of hours before being able to spoon the rounds, but I wanted quick results and went for the faster option.
How to shape Lemon Truffles
Next, I let the Lemon Truffle mounds air dry overnight, this way extra moisture has time to evaporate allowing me to roll the Lemon Truffles into perfectly round balls. When I woke up next morning I couldn’t wait to finish making my chocolate candy. So, I stirred two tones of yellow sanding sugar (this one & this one), some vanilla sugar & citric acid, before rolling each lemon truffle in the mixture. At this point the truffle making process is completely done!
Enjoy!
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Lemon Truffle Recipe
Lemon Truffles are made with just a couple of ingredients and are super easy to put together. If you love lemon, these little no bake dessert treats will become your favorite quick!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon, lemon truffle, truffle
Calories: 110 kcal
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
Lemon Truffle Ingredients
Instructions
Melt 250 grams white chocolate by placing in the microwave and heating it in 7-15 second intervals, stirring between each time, until melted. Do not heat above 105°F (if touched with finger, it will feel about the same temperature as your body), or the chocolate will separate and be unusable.
Add 3 tbsp warm cream and 3 tbsp room temperature butter and stir with white chocolate until smooth runny ganache is formed.
Add 1 tsp lemon emulsion and stir to incorporate.
Allow the chocolate to cool enough to be able to spoon/pipe dollops of chocolate onto parchment paper.
Spoon about 20 rounds of white chocolate onto parchment lined baking sheet or tray.
Leave on the counter until you’re able to roll each round into a ball (best left overnight). If it is still difficult to shape them, place the bowl with chocolate in the fridge.
Prepare the coating by mixing 1/2 cup yellow sanding sugar with 1/8 tsp vanilla sugar & 1/8-1/4 tsp citric acid.
Once you have perfect round balls, roll each lemon truffle in the sanding sugar and transfer to the serving tray/platter.
Keep in a closed box at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Truffle Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 10mg3%
Sodium 27mg1%
Potassium 35mg1%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Sugar 12g13%
Vitamin A 90IU2%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 27mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
FAQs
Homemade truffles can last up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator and for up to 6 months in the freezer. For the best texture and flavor, bring them to room temperature before serving. Even if you're planning on gifting your chocolate truffles, be sure to store them in the fridge or freezer.
How do you make truffles firmer? ›
If your ganache isn't firm enough to scoop into balls, you can chill it in the fridge to harden. Or, whip it very briefly until the color just begins to lighten—about 30 seconds on medium-low with a hand mixer. Let it set again and it will firm up. Roll the truffles in cocoa powder, shaking off any excess cocoa.
How do you prepare truffles? ›
Typically, truffles are thinly shaved on top of a cooked meal but if you grate them on a Microplane instead, the fine shavings incorporate better with the dish. Truffles are commonly used in pasta dishes, risotto, sauces, or grated over seafood or meat.
How many calories are in a lemon truffle? ›
See's Candies
| Nutrition Facts |
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| How many calories are in Dark Chocolate Lemon Truffle? Amount of calories in Dark Chocolate Lemon Truffle: Calories 80 | Calories from Fat 45 (56.3%) |
| % Daily Value * |
| How much fat is in Dark Chocolate Lemon Truffle? Amount of fat in Dark Chocolate Lemon Truffle: Total Fat 5g | - |
14 more rowsWhy are truffles so expensive? Pound for pound, truffle is one of the most expensive foods you can buy. The reason behind such high costs is the scarcity of the produce, truffles are seasonal, extremely difficult to grow, and take many years to cultivate. They also have a short shelf life.
Why do truffles go bad? ›
Furthermore, truffles are typically more than 70% water and will naturally lose 2 or 3 % of their body weight per day (moisture), so if you wait too long, they will rot or dry-out. We have given your truffles a quick clean, however, you may wish to clean them further before using them.
What is a substitute for heavy cream in truffles? ›
Full-fat coconut milk or a blend of coconut milk and coconut cream are an ideal substitute for heavy cream. The truffles in this photo are made from canned coconut milk; I recommend choosing a brand that is in a container that doesn't contain BPA.
What do you coat truffles with? ›
Other Chocolate Truffle Coating Options
If your truffles are too cold and hard, they may not coat easily, so allow them to warm up slightly. Below are some of my favorite coating options: Finely chopped nuts (like pecans, pistachios, or hazelnuts) Unsweetened natural cocoa powder.
Can you freeze homemade truffles? ›
Make Ahead, Storage, and Freezing Instructions:
Remove them to come to room temperature about 20 minutes before serving (they should be served at room temperature). To Freeze: Chocolate truffles can be frozen in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw truffles overnight in the refrigerator.
Can you eat truffles raw? ›
Truffles should be eaten at the peak of ripeness (unripe truffles are not so flavourful). Black truffles are peeled and can be used raw or lightly cooked, while white truffles are just carefully wiped and cleaned and should never be cooked.
Cheese is the perfect accompaniment to fresh truffles. A creamy, nutty cheese like gruyere or parmesan pairs particularly well with the earthy, pungent flavor of the truffles. Other good pairings include gouda, brie, manchego, and blue cheese.
How much does truffle cost? ›
Everything You'd Better Know About the Black Truffles Price
The black truffle cost ranges from $1,000 to $2,000 per pound, depending on the season. Summer truffles are less expensive.
Is truffle healthy or not? ›
Truffles contain a lot of important vitamins and minerals for our bodies such as vitamin C, calcium, magnesium and iron. They are also high in protein and fibre. In fact, studies have found that truffles may even be a complete source of protein, providing you with all the nourishment you need.
Is truffle high in carbs? ›
Truffles (1 piece) contains 5.7g total carbs, 5.4g net carbs, 4.2g fat, 0.8g protein, and 64 calories.
What is the nutritional value of truffle balls? ›
Truffles boast an impressive nutrient profile and are high in many important vitamins and minerals. In fact, they're high in carbs, protein and fiber and contain both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, as well as micronutrients, such as vitamin C, phosphorus, sodium, calcium, magnesium, manganese and iron ( 1 ).
How do you store homemade truffles? ›
Avoid temperature variations, as they can alter the texture and taste of the chocolate. An ideal temperature is between 15 and 18 degrees. -Keep them away from odors: Chocolate truffles can easily absorb surrounding odors. So be sure to store them in an airtight container or resealable bag.
How long can you keep a fresh truffle? ›
For fresh truffles to be enjoyed at their best, they should be consumed within 4 to 5 days. The autumn variety of the black truffle, Tuber uncinatum, can retain its flavour for up to two weeks, but the highest-quality white and black truffles are best enjoyed within a few days of delivery.
How long is the shelf life of truffle balls? ›
A big component of any homemade truffle recipe is heavy cream. For that reason, truffles have a set shelf life. You'll want to eat them within two weeks. Enjoying them within a short time frame will ensure these treats taste their freshest.
How long do truffles in a jar last? ›
Canned truffles that have been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 5 to 7 days.
