🍋 No-Bake Keto Lemon Truffles

These refreshing no-bake Lemon Truffles are creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet, making them a perfect low-carb dessert. Made with almond flour, cream cheese, fresh lemon, and a sugar-free sweetener, they come together in just 15 minutes, with no oven required!

Recipe Details

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Chilling time: 30 minutes
• Total time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 truffles
• Diet: Keto-friendly, low-carb, sugar-free

Ingredients

• 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (100–110 g) finely ground almond flour
• ¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk-fruit sweetener, adjusted to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2–3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut, for coating (optional)

Instructions

1. Beat the cream cheese

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the lemon flavor

Mix in the powdered sweetener, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until evenly combined.

3. Form the dough

Gradually stir in the almond flour until a thick, soft dough forms. If it feels too sticky, add another tablespoon of almond flour. Taste and adjust the sweetness or lemon zest as desired.

4. Roll into truffles

Refrigerate the mixture for 10–15 minutes if necessary. Divide into 12 equal portions and roll into small balls. Roll each truffle in unsweetened shredded coconut if desired.

5. Chill and serve

Place the truffles on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until firm. Serve chilled for the best creamy texture and bright lemon flavor.

Approximate Nutrition

Per truffle, based on 12 truffles without the optional coconut coating:

• Calories: 100–115
• Protein: 2–3 g
• Total carbs: 3–4 g
• Fiber: 1–2 g
• Net carbs: approximately 2–3 g
• Fat: 9–10 g

Nutrition varies by brand and sweetener.

Tips for the Best Lemon Truffles

• Use fresh lemon zest for a stronger citrus flavor.
• Use powdered sweetener to avoid a grainy texture.
• Keep the truffles refrigerated because they contain cream cheese.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.