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Sugar-Free Lemon Truffles

ByHannah Peterson

Diabetic-Friendly Lemon Truffles (Sugar-Free, Low-Carb, Melt-in-Your-Mouth!)

If you’re a lemon lover, prepare yourself… these Diabetic-Friendly Lemon Truffles are everything you crave in a sweet treat — creamy, silky, citrusy, and perfectly refreshing — without the sugar crash.

This recipe uses simple, low-carb ingredients to create an indulgent dessert that literally melts in your mouth. They’re quick, no-bake, freezer-friendly, and so addictive you’ll want to keep a batch on hand all the time.

Perfect for summer, parties, after-dinner treats, or those “I need something sweet right now” moments — all while staying blood-sugar-friendly.

🛒 Ingredients (Makes 20–24 truffles)

For the Truffle Base

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar substitute (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit)
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 drops natural yellow food coloring (optional, for color)

Coating

  • ½ cup superfine almond flour or coconut flour (for rolling)
  • OR powdered sweetener
  • OR leave plain (they look gorgeous as-is!)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Beat the Creamy Base

In a mixing bowl, beat together:

  • softened cream cheese
  • softened butter
  • powdered sweetener

Mix until fluffy and smooth.

2️⃣ Add the Lemon Goodness

Stir in:

  • lemon juice
  • lemon zest
  • heavy cream
  • vanilla extract
  • (optional) yellow coloring

Blend until silky and thick.

3️⃣ Chill the Dough

Refrigerate the mixture for 30–40 minutes until firm enough to scoop.

4️⃣ Roll Into Truffles

Scoop out teaspoon- or tablespoon-sized portions and roll into smooth balls.

Optional: roll each truffle in almond flour, coconut flour, or powdered sweetener for a soft coating.

5️⃣ Freeze or Refrigerate

  • For soft & creamy: refrigerate 1 hour
  • For firmer, ice-cream-like bites: freeze 20–30 minutes

Serve chilled!

📊 Nutrition (Approx. per truffle):

  • Calories: 70–85
  • Net Carbs: 1–2g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 1g

Super low-carb, sugar-free, and diabetic-friendly.

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