Lemon Truffles | Swanky Recipes (2024)

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[dropcap size=small]I[/dropcap]love making truffles and when I saw a truffle recipe combining white chocolate and lemon, I knew I had to make it. This Lemon Truffles recipe is great for springtime or Mother’s Day. What I love about these Lemon Trufflesis that the filling is soft and creamy. They are out-of-this-world, good! The sanding sugar adds a nice texture to this rich dessert. Today I’m excited to be sharing lemon truffles. These truffles are going straight on my holiday bake list. They are so easy and SO delicious. They are gourmet enough to serve while entertaining. With each bite you will get a hit of creamy, rich, white chocolate lemon with little candied lemon zest. The sanding sugar adds texture to this otherwise rich dessert.

I have seen adaptions of this Lemon Truffles recipe all over, however, this recipe is golden. These Lemon Trufflesdo not fall apart and melt when left out for entertaining. The key here is the less liquid, the more solid of a truffle. This recipe is still creamy and rich without the extra liquid that so many people have complained about. Here’s a thought too, if this creamy mixture is too soft, remelt it and add more chocolate then refrigerate again.

Ingredients

1 1/4 cup (10 ounces) high-quality white chocolate, chopped (I usedChocoley.com)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon corn syrup
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest, finely chopped
Yellow sanding sugar, coating (I used Chocoley.com)
White sanding sugar, for coating (I used Chocoley.com)
Mini edible spring flower sprinkles (I used Chocoley.com)

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Directions Lemon Truffles | Swanky Recipes (6)

Zest lemon and finely chop. Heat white chocolate and butter according to directions. In a small saucepan over low heat, add

heavy cream and lemon zest. Remove chocolate from heat once melted. Add corn syrup and lemon extract to heavy cream

mixture. Combine heavy cream mixture and white chocolate mixture. Stir for a few minutes allowing the heat to smooth

mixture out. Then cover bowl and place in refrigerator for 1-2 hours, until hard.

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Next, using a spoon or small scoop, scoop about 1-2 teaspoons of hard mixture and roll between hands to form a ball. Roll into

yellow or white sanding sugar and place on a prepared baking sheet with parchment paper. Keep faucet water running on low

and a kitchen towel near by to slightly wash and slightly dry hands in between rolling and sugaring truffles. Melted chocolate

may stick to hands when warmed, so gently wash. Repeat and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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  • These truffles will not hold shape if more liquid is added. I have tried with more liquid (1 tablespoon more) and at room temperature, they do not hold well for long. It is best to use less liquid so they hold a “truffle” shape ballThese truffles will not hold shape if more liquid is added.
  • Lightly wash hands and dry under kitchen faucet in between truffle rolling and sugaring. Chocolate may slightly meltcausing a sticky coating on hands.

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Lemon Truffles

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A decadent creamy and rich white chocolate truffle that using real lemon for hints of flavor.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup (10 ounces) high-quality white chocolate, chopped (Chocoley.com)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon corn syrup
  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest , finely chopped
  • yellow and white sanding sugar for coating (Chocoley.com)

Instructions

  • Place 2 tablespoons butter and chopped chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and microwave according to directions on chocolate package. This can also be done in a double boiler; heat small amount of water on stove top but do not allow it to boil. Place another heat safe bowl tightly over the top and turn off stovetop once water is warm. Be careful to not allow any water moisture to get in chocolate/butter mixture. Water will curdle/burn chocolate. Stir until melted. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and lemon zest. Allow zest color to combine with cream and heat on low for a few minutes, careful not to boil mixture. Add corn syrup and lemon extract to mixture and stir. Immediately combine chocolate and cream mixture and stir for a few minutes until the mixture becomes silky smooth from the heat. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours. Remove from the refrigerator and scoop out teaspoon size balls of chocolate. Roll between hands to get even texture then roll in yellow or white sanding sugar until coated completely. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

These truffles will not hold shape if more liquid is added. I have tried with more liquid (1 tablespoon more) and at room temperature, they do not hold well for long. It is best to use less liquid so they hold a "truffle" shape ball These truffles will not hold shape if more liquid is added. I have tried with more liquid (1 tablespoon more) and at room temperature, they do not hold well for long. It is best to use less liquid so they hold a "truffle" shape.
Lightly wash hands and dry under kitchen faucet in between truffle rolling and sugaring. Chocolate may slightly melt causing a sticky coating on hands.

Nutritional information is only an estimate and it's accuracy is not guaranteed to be exact.

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12 Responses

  1. Lemon Truffles | Swanky Recipes (10)
    These were fantastic, I used Zoet Belgian White Chocolate bars on sale at my local HyVee, if you use a good white chocolate with cocoa butter, you can really tell the difference from baking bar chocolate.

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  2. Now these look absolutely melt in your mouth delicious! I usually make truffles with either dark chocolate or matcha..I can’t believe I haven’t tried a lemon recipe yet! Definitely pinning this for later.

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  3. These look so delicious and the color is just so pretty. I could totally eat 1-2 at a go 😉

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  4. I love lemons. My days usually start with a glass hot lemon water. I’m sure that I will simply love this recipe.

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  5. I feel like I can taste the sweet, tart truffles right now! What a fantastic treat! Can’t wait to make them!

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  6. Oh yummmm! I love truffles! I just wish I could figure out how to make them without getting crazy messy hands Lololol. These look delicious!

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  7. I once read that there is a chocolate person and a lemon person in every marriage. I am definitely the lemon person! These truffles sound amazing! They would make such a great gift for the holidays. Yum!

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  8. Lemon Truffles | Swanky Recipes (11)
    love it ! yumm lemon truffles.

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  9. Hmmm, look yummy truffle

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  10. Lemon Truffles | Swanky Recipes (12)
    Loved them

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    1. Glad you liked them!

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  11. I made a triple batch of these, lemon zest could come or go either way. I dropped mine in melted white chocolate that was colored yellow and lemon extract add to.
    everyone loved them. I also just used a 12 oz. bag of Nestle white chocolate chips they worked well.

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FAQs

How long do homemade truffles last? ›

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.

What does truffle mean in baking? ›

A chocolate truffle is handrolled into a spherical or ball shape. The name derives from the chocolate truffle's similarity in appearance to truffles, a tuber fungus. It was created in the city of Chambéry by the pastry chef Louis Dufour.

Can you mix white chocolate and lemon juice? ›

White chocolate chunks - use pure white chocolate with 100% cocoa butter for creamy taste. White chocolate and lemon is such a delicious combination!

Why truffles are so expensive? ›

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. Truffles require a very specific climate to grow and require lots of oak trees, that's why they're often found in woodland.

How do you know if truffles have gone bad? ›

Fresh truffles should be firm, not spongey. Over time, they will gradually soften a little and there is nothing wrong with them at this point. But the carbohydrate within the truffle is breaking down, releasing moisture, and therefore, the precious aroma. If they become squidgy and wet – they have perished.

What does lemon juice and baking soda do when you drink it? ›

Neutralizing stomach acid

Consuming baking soda and lemon juice together may also neutralize stomach acid in a similar fashion as an antacid. A 2017 study examined the antacid effects of various foods. The authors of this study created artificial stomach acid with a pH of 1.2.

How to get ganache to set quickly? ›

Allow ganache to cool at room temperature or chill briefly in the refrigerator to thicken. Gently reheat with more cream, stirring slowly to smooth out.

What happens when lemon juice is mixed with baking? ›

When baking powder is mixed with lemon juice, bubbles formed because of evolution of carbon dioxide gas. This is a chemical change, because in this reaction new substances are formed.

Is truffle healthy or not? ›

Truffles are rich in antioxidants like polyphenols and flavonoids, which can help neutralise harmful free radicals in the body. Regularly consuming truffles can help reduce inflammation throughout your body while lowering the risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

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.

How many calories are in a Hershey Nuggets truffle? ›

Hershey's Hershey's Nuggets Milk Truffle (4 pieces) contains 23g total carbs, 22g net carbs, 12g fat, 3g protein, and 210 calories.

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 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 does a jar of truffles last? ›

Knowing how to care for truffles is important to look after them. They will keep for 1 – 2 weeks if stored carefully, however the aroma and flavour will halve in about 5 days.

How long is the shelf life of truffle balls? ›

Chocolate truffles, those little spheres of joy, have a varied shelf life depending on their ingredients and storage conditions. Typically, fresh chocolate truffles can last anywhere from a week to two weeks at room temperature.

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