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Lemon Bliss Balls (No-Bake Lemon Truffles)

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Quick Description

Tangy, sweet, and creamy lemon truffles that require no baking. These melt-in-your-mouth little balls are rolled in powdered sugar (or shredded coconut) and perfect for dessert trays, tea parties, or a refreshing high-protein snack (if adapted with cottage cheese or protein powder).

Servings & Timing

  • Servings: ~20 bite-sized balls
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients List

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (or Greek yogurt / blended cottage cheese for a lighter version)
  • 1 ½ cups crushed vanilla cookies or graham crackers (or almond flour for low-carb)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Optional:

  • 2 tablespoons protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut for coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare Base
    • In a mixing bowl, combine condensed milk, butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients
    • Stir in crushed cookies/graham crackers (or almond flour). Mix until a thick dough forms.
  3. Chill Dough
    • Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up for rolling.
  4. Shape Balls
    • Scoop out tablespoon portions, roll into balls with clean hands.
  5. Coat & Finish
    • Roll each ball in powdered sugar or shredded coconut for coating.
  6. Serve or Store
    • Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Additional Notes

  • For extra tang, add a few drops of lemon extract.
  • For sweeter truffles, drizzle with white chocolate.
  • To keep them firmer, store in freezer and thaw slightly before serving.

Dietary Info

  • Vegetarian
  • Can be made High-Protein with protein powder or cottage cheese.
  • Can be made Keto/Low-Carb with almond flour + sugar-free sweetener.

Variations

  • Chocolate-Lemon Bites: Dip in melted dark chocolate.
  • Protein Energy Balls: Add protein powder and roll in chia/flax seeds.
  • Coconut-Lemon Bites: Mix shredded coconut into the dough.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Store in the fridge up to 7 days.
  • Freeze up to 2 months; thaw before eating.

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These Lemon Bliss Balls are the perfect balance of tart and sweet, creamy and chewy. Make a batch for your next gathering — they’ll disappear fast!

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