Easy Lemon Dessert Balls – Light, Sweet & Perfectly Tart
No-bake lemon truffles made with cream cheese, lemon zest, and almond flour. Bright, creamy, and easy to prep for parties or everyday treats—gluten-free and low-carb optional.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 truffles 1x
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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⅓ cup powdered sweetener or sugar
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp lemon zest
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup almond flour or crushed vanilla wafers
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Optional: melted white chocolate or powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
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Beat cream cheese, lemon juice, zest, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.
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Mix in almond flour until dough forms.
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Chill for 30 minutes.
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Roll into 1-inch balls and coat as desired.
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Chill until firm and serve cold
Notes
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Use almond flour and sugar-free sweetener for keto version.
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Add lemon extract or zest for more intense flavor.
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Store in fridge up to 1 week.