White Chocolate Limoncello Truffles
Creamy white chocolate and zesty lemon truffles infused with limoncello and finished with a luscious white chocolate coating. Perfect for a sophisticated dessert or holiday treat!
Ingredients:
For the Truffles:
3 cups 525g white chocolate chips
1 can 14 oz or 396g sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon yellow food coloring optional
Zest of 2 lemons
1/4 cup 60ml limoncello liqueur
2 cups 240g confectioners sugar
For the White Chocolate Coating:
1 cup 175g white chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening optional, for a smoother coating
Optional Garnish:
Lemon zest
Crushed sugar or decorative sprinkles
Directions:
Melt the Base:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and yellow food coloring if using.
Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
Incorporate Flavors:
Stir in the lemon zest and limoncello liqueur until evenly combined.
Gradually mix in the confectioners sugar, stirring until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
Chill the Mixture:
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Shape the Truffles:
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop out heaping teaspoon-sized portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into balls using your hands.
Prepare the White Chocolate Coating:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil if using in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Dip the Truffles:
Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate.
Tap off excess chocolate and place the coated truffles on the prepared baking sheet.
Decorate and Set:
While the coating is still wet, sprinkle with lemon zest or decorative sugar, if desired.
Refrigerate the coated truffles for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 2.5 hours Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Calories: 120 kcal per truffle
Servings: Approximately 36 truffles
These White Chocolate Limoncello Truffles are a decadent combination of citrusy brightness and creamy sweetness, with a glossy white chocolate finish thats sure to impress!
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