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Key Lime Truffles

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These easy homemade key lime truffles are creamy, citrusy, and sweet, capturing all the tropical flavor of key lime pie in a poppable party treat. Perfect for parties, cookie swaps, or whenever you need a burst of sunshine in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz white chocolate chips (about 2 cups), good quality
  • 7 oz sweetened condensed milk (about 1/2 standard can)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tbsp key lime juice (fresh preferred, bottled okay)
  • 2 tsp key lime zest (or regular lime zest)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 8 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers (for coating)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for coating)
  • Extra key lime zest (optional, for topping)
  • Toasted coconut flakes (optional, for topping)
  • Crushed graham crackers (optional, for topping)
  • Festive sprinkles (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Place 12 oz white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 20-second bursts, stirring after each, until smooth (about 1–2 minutes total). Alternatively, melt over a double boiler on low heat.
  2. Stir in sweetened condensed milk, softened butter, key lime juice, key lime zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fully incorporated and glossy.
  3. Fold in graham cracker crumbs until the mixture is thick but scoopable.
  4. Cover and chill the mixture in the fridge for 30–45 minutes (or 15 minutes in the freezer) until firm enough to roll.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Scoop 1-tbsp portions and roll into balls (about 20–24 truffles).
  6. Chill the rolled truffles for at least 15 minutes in the fridge or freezer.
  7. Melt 8 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers with 1 tbsp coconut oil (if using) in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Let cool for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Dip each truffle in the melted chocolate, using a fork to lift out and tap off excess. Place on the lined baking sheet.
  9. While the coating is wet, sprinkle with extra zest, toasted coconut, graham cracker crumbs, or sprinkles as desired.
  10. Let truffles set at room temperature for 30–40 minutes, or chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes until firm. Enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use high-quality white chocolate with cocoa butter. Chill the mixture thoroughly before rolling and dipping. Decorate truffles while the coating is still wet for toppings to stick. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. For gluten-free, use GF graham crackers; for dairy-free, use vegan condensed milk and white chocolate.

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