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Key Lime Truffles

Creamy Key Lime Truffles: A Refreshing No-Bake Delight

Key Lime Truffles are a refreshing no-bake dessert, packed with creamy white chocolate and tangy key lime juice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk with sugar can lighten it up.
  • 1/2 cup Key Lime Juice Fresh key limes are best.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to omit for a lower-fat treat.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Fresh zest offers the most vibrant taste.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Swap for dark chocolate if preferred.
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers Vegan crackers can substitute for a dairy-free option.
Optional Coating
  • 1/2 cup Melted White Chocolate Adds an elegant finish.
  • 1/2 cup Extra Graham Cracker Crumbs For rolling the truffles.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh key lime juice. Whisk until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  3. Stir in softened unsalted butter and lime zest to melted chocolate until fully combined.
  4. Slowly pour the creamy lime mixture into the melted chocolate while stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fold in crushed graham crackers gently until no dry crumbs remain.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  7. Scoop and roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls.
  8. Dip truffles in melted white chocolate or roll in graham cracker crumbs, then let sit on parchment paper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

These Key Lime Truffles are a hit, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare with no baking required.

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