Description
Key Lime Pie Truffles are a no-bake, bite-sized dessert that captures the zesty and creamy flavors of traditional Key lime pie. These truffles combine tart Key lime juice with sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, and graham crackers, all coated in smooth white chocolate or yogurt chips. Perfect for parties, gifts, or simple indulgence, they are easy to make, customizable, and visually appealing with their bright green hue and delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Key Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh or bottled Key lime juice
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (about 1 can)
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 8 ounces white chocolate or yogurt chips (for coating)
- Green food coloring (optional, a few drops)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or a strong spoon. Gently fold in the crushed graham crackers and Key lime juice until evenly incorporated. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired for a classic lime appearance.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until the mixture is firm enough to shape. This chilling step ensures the truffles hold their form and are easier to roll.
- Shape the Truffles: Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth, even balls. Place the shaped truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt the Coating: Gently melt the white chocolate or yogurt chips in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in short bursts (about 20-30 seconds), stirring frequently to prevent burning. The coating should be silky and smooth for dipping.
- Dip and Decorate: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each truffle in the melted chocolate. Allow any excess coating to drip off before placing them back on the parchment paper. Optionally, sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, lime zest, or toasted coconut for extra texture and decoration.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the coated truffles for about 30 minutes to let the chocolate set firmly. Once hardened, your Key Lime Pie Truffles are ready to enjoy or package as delightful gifts.
Notes
- Use fresh Key lime juice for the brightest, most authentic flavor.
- Proper chilling is essential for easy shaping and prevents sticking.
- Choose high-quality white chocolate for a smoother, tastier coating.
- A silicone baking mat can help with easy removal and less mess.
- Add lime zest either into the mixture or on top as garnish to enhance citrus aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Key Lime Pie, Truffles, No-bake Dessert, Bite-sized Treats, Lime, Cream Cheese, White Chocolate
