Key Lime Truffles

Key limes are smaller and more acidic than regular limes, giving these truffles a unique and tangy flavor.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Key Lime Truffles

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
• 1 package Cream Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Key Lime Juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
• 2 drop Green Food Coloring

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cream cheese, key lime juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
2. Roll the mixture into small truffle-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Place the truffles in the refrigerator and let them rest for at least 1 hour.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
5. Dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, coating it completely. Place the coated truffles back on the parchment paper.
6. Add green food coloring to the remaining melted white chocolate and drizzle it over the truffles for decoration.
7. Return the truffles to the refrigerator and let them set for another 30 minutes.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.