Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened desiccated coconut (plus more for rolling)
- 1/2 cup icing sugar (plus more for rolling)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, softened (or 2 tablespoons melted butter)
- Juice and rind of 1 large lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Method
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the coconut, icing sugar, and salt.
- Add the coconut oil (or melted butter if using), lemon rind and juice, honey (if using), and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Using slightly wet hands, form the mixture into small walnut-sized balls. Roll each ball in icing sugar and/or coconut.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or until set) before serving. But if you can’t wait, feel free to indulge in these delicious treats right away!
Note: If the mixture is too dry, add more coconut oil. If it’s too wet, add more icing sugar and/or coconut.
Pro Tips, Tricks & Extras
Bursting with flavor, these little no-bake gems are the perfect gluten-free and vegan treat for all lemon and coconut lovers.
Having a lemon tree in your garden is quite common in New Zealand. Unfortunately, here in the Czech Republic, where I currently live, it’s a bit too cold to grow lemon trees. But when I do get my hands on some lemons, I like to put them to good use, and these truffles are a fantastic way to do just that! They make a quick and easy dessert, perfect for gifting to friends and family or as a delightful treat for yourself.
Don’t let the appearance of these truffles fool you. While they may look fancy and time-consuming, they are actually incredibly simple to make. The best part? No baking required! You’ll have these delectable treats ready to eat in no time, and everyone will be impressed by your baking skills. These truffles would also make a fantastic last-minute Valentine’s Day gift.
So, how do we make these no-bake delights?
First, we combine desiccated coconut with icing sugar and a pinch of salt…
And there you have it – lemon truffle bliss! It’s as easy as that! Enjoy these delightful treats and impress your loved ones with your culinary prowess.
