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No-Bake Lemon Truffles: Easy to Make

No-Bake Lemon Truffles: Easy to Make

These No-Bake Lemon Truffles are creamy, zesty, and incredibly easy to prepare with no oven required. Perfect for quick desserts, parties, or sweet cravings, they combine fresh lemon flavor with a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This beginner-friendly recipe uses simple ingredients and minimal effort. Chill, serve, and enjoy a bright citrus treat anytime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups crushed vanilla cookies
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup white chocolate melted
  • Optional: coconut flakes or extra powdered sugar for coating

Method
 

  1. Crush the vanilla cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. Mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Add crushed cookies and mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Chill the mixture for 10–15 minutes if it feels sticky.
  5. Roll mixture into small bite-sized balls.
  6. Place truffles on a lined tray and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Dip each truffle in melted white chocolate.
  8. Add optional toppings if desired.
  9. Chill again for 15 minutes until set.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for brighter flavor.
Chill longer if the mixture becomes too soft.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
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