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Key Lime Truffles

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chillling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings 14 truffles

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz white chocolate finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 –2 teaspoons key lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar shredded coconut, or melted white chocolate for coating

Instructions
 

  • Warm heavy cream and butter over low heat until just starting to simmer.
  • Place chopped white chocolate in a bowl and pour the hot cream mixture over it. Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  • Stir in key lime juice, zest, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours, until firm enough to scoop.
  • Scoop small portions and roll into balls. If too soft, chill briefly again.
  • Roll truffles in powdered sugar, shredded coconut, or dip in melted white chocolate.
  • Chill the coated truffles for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dairy-free: use plant-based white chocolate and coconut cream.
Regular lime works if key limes aren’t available.
Add extra zest for more lime flavor without thinning.
If mixture becomes too soft, add 1 tablespoon melted white chocolate.