LEMON TRUFFLES
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Yellow food coloring (optional)
- Lemon zest or yellow sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions:
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and butter mixture. Let it sit for a minute to melt the chocolate, and then stir until smooth.
- Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the chocolate mixture, stirring well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. If you want a more vibrant yellow color, you can add a few drops of yellow food coloring.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 2 hours or until it’s firm enough to handle.
- Once the mixture is firm, use your hands to roll small portions into truffle-sized balls. If the mixture is too sticky, you can dust your hands with powdered sugar.
- Optional: Roll the truffles in additional lemon zest or yellow sprinkles for a decorative touch.
- Refrigerate the truffles for at least 30 minutes before serving.