Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe (2024)

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This Quick and Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe is a delicious dessert treat that also makes a lovely, semi-homemade hostess gift.

Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe (1) I love cake mix hacks, and this is by far one of my favorite. Using a simple lemon cake mix, you can create this truffle recipe in minutes. That means you have a perfect last-minute dessert that everyone will be crazy about!

Who doesn’t love a treat that is quick and easy to make? When it comes to dessert options, a truffle recipe always seemed daunting. This one totally changed how I view making truffles. This is literally 5 simple steps with only 5 ingredients. I can make this Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe in under 15 minutes!

You can use freshly squeezed lemon juice or packaged lemon juice if you do not have any lemons on hand. If you have fresh lemon, then grate some of the rind and add some fresh lemon zest. You can use regular granulated sugar to coat the lemon truffles, or you can use yellow sugar sprinkles.

How to Pasteurize Flour or Cake Mix:

There have been concerns about consuming raw flour. To pasteurize the cake mix, spread the cake mix on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 5 minutes.

Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 box of lemon cake mix
  • 7 tablespoonsbutter, melted (plus a few extra to butter hands)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided (add 1/4 cup to the batter, use the remaining sugar for coating the truffles)

Directions:

1. Pour the cake mix into a large bowl and add in the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Stir to combine the ingredients.

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2. If the mixture is crumbly, add an extra tablespoon ofmelted butter at a time until the dough holds together.

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3. Pour the sugar sprinkles into a large bowl or platter. Roll the cookie dough into 2″ balls and then in the sprinkles as shown. After thelemon truffleshave been rolled in sprinkles, place in the refrigerator to set prior to serving.

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While I usually like to cook from scratch, I love that I usually have these ingredients in my pantry, but also that I can make them at the last minute for any event. I keep imagining serving these at a grown-up tea party to my girlfriends! They are so bright and fresh! What an ideal treat for a baby shower, wedding shower, or birthday party!

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Make this easy lemon truffle recipe for your family and impress them with how beautiful this dessertlooks!

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Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe

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Author: Alea

Recipe type: Dessert

Serves: 24

Ingredients

  • 1 box of lemon cake mix
  • 7 tablespoons butter, melted (plus extra to butter hands)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided (add ¼ cup to the batter, use the remaining sugar for coating the truffles)

Directions

  1. In a large bowl mix together cake mix, butter, lemon juice, and zest until the dough starts to form.
  2. Form dough into 2 inch balls.
  3. Roll in sugar sprinkles to coat.
  4. Refrigerate to set or until ready to serve.

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More Truffle Recipes:

How to Make Oreo Truffles

Cherry-Stuffed Oreo Truffles

Brownie Truffle Bites

Dark Chocolate Truffle Hearts

Comments

  1. Heather says

    I plan to make these as Christmas gifts for work colleagues

    Reply

  2. Cathrine Collins says

    Good day, I am gluten free and in South Africa we cannot get Lemon Cake mix in a box or any other cake mix. Is there a recipe to make our own cake mix to make the truffles.

    Appreciate your help.

    Lemon truffles sound amazing.

    Reply

  3. Henrietta Glowacz says

    I don’t have an oven can a microwave be used instead of the oven in preparing the cake mix?

    Reply

  4. Maureen says

    Isn’t it raw flour in the cake mix?

    Reply

    • Alea Milham says

      Usually, it is.

      Reply

  5. Lisa says

    Can these be frozen?

    Reply

    • Alea Milham says

      Yes, they can.

      Reply

  6. Sandy Foskey says

    I just made these a few weeks ago. They are wonderful. I’m now on
    my 4th batch. I love the tartness of lemons so I’ve been adding a
    lemon glaze to them after they set. Great!

    Reply

  7. Kimberly says

    Have you tried this with chocolate cake mix?

    Reply

  8. Ts says

    Hello, I really would like to try the recipe but what I can use instead of the lemon cake mix?
    Thanks in advance!

    Reply

  9. Barbara says

    I’ve made this several times. I usually add a little more sugar because I like sweet stuff. They’re a huge hit every time! I also like that my kids help me out as little family project together.

    Reply

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Easy Lemon Truffle Recipe (2024)

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.

How do you thicken a truffle mixture? ›

Use a higher chocolate-to-cream ratio to produce a thicker ganache. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, and compound chocolate all melt down to a thinner consistency than dark chocolate does. For a thicker ganache, like for truffles, use a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream.

How do you roll truffles without melting them? ›

Roll the balls between your palms to smooth them into even spheres. Use disposable gloves to prevent your hands from melting the chocolate. Or, dip your hands in ice water every few minutes as you roll the truffles. If the chocolate begins to melt too much, return to the fridge.

Can you mix white chocolate and lemon juice? ›

Yes! Tart fresh lemon was made to pair with sweet white chocolate. We've played with this flavor combination in ice cream and cookies, so now it's time to make a cake!

Why do truffles go bad? ›

Furthermore, truffles are typically more than 70% water and will naturally lose 2 or 3 % of their body weight per day (moisture), so if you wait too long, they will rot or dry-out. We have given your truffles a quick clean, however, you may wish to clean them further before using them.

Why are truffles 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.

What enhances truffle flavor? ›

The fruity, slightly bitter taste of olives and olive oil beautifully complements the umami-rich flavor of truffles. Drizzle truffle-infused olive oil over an olive tapenade for an extra depth of flavor.

What is a substitute for heavy cream in truffles? ›

Full-fat coconut milk or a blend of coconut milk and coconut cream are an ideal substitute for heavy cream. The truffles in this photo are made from canned coconut milk; I recommend choosing a brand that is in a container that doesn't contain BPA.

Do you cook with truffle oil or drizzle? ›

Before you begin experimenting with truffle oil, it is important to note it is best used as a finishing oil. Finishing oils are meant to top off and garnish dishes rather than cook them. This is because finishing oils have a low smoke point and can lose their flavor quickly when exposed to intense heat.

What chocolate is best for truffles? ›

Use milk chocolate for sweeter truffles or semi-sweet/dark chocolate for extra rich truffles. If using milk chocolate, reduce the cream to 1/2 cup as milk chocolate is much softer than dark chocolate. Heavy Cream: Heavy cream or heavy whipping cream is also a base ingredient.

How do you activate truffles? ›

Keep it simple. Slice or shave over some cooked like risotto or pasta and you're done. They should never be mixed with any ingredient high in acidity, which would cause the flavour of the truffle to subside. Let the truffle work its magic, and always add at the end of the preparation.

What do chefs do with truffles? ›

Typically, truffles are thinly shaved on top of a cooked meal but if you grate them on a Microplane instead, the fine shavings incorporate better with the dish. Truffles are commonly used in pasta dishes, risotto, sauces, or grated over seafood or meat.

What happens if you mix lemon juice and baking soda? ›

When a baking soda is mixed with the lemon juice then Carbon dioxide ( ) gas is released in the form of bubbles. As the chemical composition of the substance is getting changed and as the new product is formed by the mixing.

What is lemon glaze made of? ›

Lemon Glaze Recipe FAQs

This recipe has 4 ingredients, powdered sugar, lemon juice, whole milk, and vanilla extract.

Why do lemon and chocolate go together? ›

Lemon and chocolate, especially a smooth dark chocolate, is a match made in sensory heaven. An ingredient so rich and all-encompassing, paired with an ingredient so sharp and refreshing, is one that my palate just can't get enough of.

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? ›

If you're looking to store chocolate truffles for just a few days, the fridge can be your ally. A tight-seal container or plastic wrap can protect them from moisture and other fridge odours. However, remember, refrigeration can alter the texture and taste slightly due to the presence of dairy and sugar.

How long do truffles in oil last in the fridge? ›

Opened truffle oil will usually keep for about 8 months when stored in the refrigerator.

How long do truffles in a jar last? ›

After opening, store in the refrigerator and use within one to two weeks. For best taste, premier cuisson truffles should be used immediately after opening. Truffles can also be frozen in a freezer-proof jar for about two weeks (although I wouldn't recommend this option).

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