Ingredients:
- 8 oz (227 g) white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional: additional lemon zest or coconut flakes for decoration
Instructions:
- Place chopped white chocolate into a heatproof bowl.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Pour hot cream over the chopped white chocolate. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
- Use a melon baller or small scoop to portion out the chilled mixture. Roll into balls with your hands.
- Roll each truffle in powdered sugar (and optional toppings) until evenly coated.
- Place truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill until needed.