Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles are delicate, no-bake confections that melt in your mouth with every bite. Infused with the sweet floral notes of culinary lavender and the richness of white chocolate and honey, these truffles make an elegant summer treat perfect for entertaining, gifting, or simply indulging.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required, making it perfect for warm-weather treats
- Elegant floral flavor from culinary lavender
- Creamy and rich texture from white chocolate and cream
- Naturally sweetened with honey
- Visually stunning with optional pastel coloring
- Great for gifting or entertaining
- Simple ingredients, easy to find and work with
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer
- Customizable coating and presentation
- Impressively gourmet with minimal effort
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
For the Filling
- White chocolate pieces
- Heavy cream
- Dried culinary lavender
- Honey
- Violet food coloring (optional)
- Royal blue food coloring (optional)
- Super red food coloring (optional)
For the Coating
- White chocolate, melted or tempered
Directions
- Prepare the infusion: In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and dried lavender. Heat gently over medium-low until the cream begins to bubble around the edges.
- Steep: Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes to allow the lavender flavor to infuse.
- Strain and combine: Strain the infused cream into a bowl with the white chocolate pieces.
- Melt: Gently melt the chocolate and cream mixture, using a microwave in 15-second intervals or a bain marie. Stir between intervals until smooth.
- Add flavor and color: Stir in the honey. If desired, mix in food coloring to achieve a soft lavender hue.
- Chill: Pour the mixture into a clean pan, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm—about 3 hours.
- Shape the truffles: Once set, scoop and roll the mixture into balls.
- Coat in chocolate: Dip or roll each truffle in melted or tempered white chocolate and place on a parchment-lined tray. Allow to set completely before serving or storing.
Servings and Timing
Servings: 20 truffles
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
Variations
- Roll in powdered sugar or coconut flakes instead of chocolate coating
- Add lemon zest to the filling for a citrus twist
- Use food-grade essential lavender oil sparingly in place of dried lavender
- Add a touch of vanilla extract for more depth
- Use dark or milk chocolate coating for contrast in flavor and appearance
- Decorate with edible flowers or sprinkles for presentation
Storage/Reheating
- Storage: Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 1 month. Let thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Room Temperature: Best served slightly chilled or at room temperature for optimal texture.
FAQs
Can I use lavender essential oil instead of dried lavender?
Only food-grade lavender oil should be used, and sparingly. Start with a tiny drop and adjust to taste.
How do I temper white chocolate for coating?
Tempering involves carefully melting and cooling chocolate to stabilize it. For ease, use the microwave method and monitor temperature with a thermometer.
Can I skip the food coloring?
Yes, the coloring is purely decorative and doesn’t affect the flavor.
Can I use lavender buds straight from the garden?
Only culinary-grade lavender should be used to ensure safety and proper flavor.
Why do I need to steep the lavender?
Steeping infuses the cream with a delicate lavender flavor without making it overpowering.
Can I make these truffles vegan?
Use dairy-free white chocolate and a plant-based cream alternative such as coconut cream.
What if my filling is too soft to roll?
Refrigerate longer or freeze briefly to firm up before shaping.
How do I keep the coating smooth?
Make sure the truffles are cold before dipping and use tempered chocolate for a shiny, smooth finish.
Can I use chocolate chips instead of white chocolate pieces?
Yes, but choose high-quality white chocolate chips for best results.
Do these truffles make good gifts?
Absolutely. Pack them in a decorative box or tin with parchment liners for a homemade gift that feels luxurious.
Conclusion
Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles are a delicate blend of sweet, creamy, and floral flavors that melt effortlessly in your mouth. These beautiful no-bake treats are perfect for summer entertaining, gifting, or simply enjoying a touch of elegance at home. Whether made for a special occasion or a personal indulgence, they’re sure to impress with both flavor and finesse.
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Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles
- Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 20 truffles
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles are a dreamy, no-bake summer treat. Infused with floral lavender and sweet honey, these creamy truffles melt in your mouth and make the perfect elegant dessert for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying with tea.
Ingredients
Filling:
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2 cups white chocolate pieces
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 drop violet food coloring (optional)
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1 drop royal blue food coloring (optional)
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1 drop super red food coloring (optional)
Coating:
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2 cups white chocolate, melted or tempered
Instructions
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Place white chocolate pieces in a medium heat-safe bowl and set aside.
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In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and dried lavender. Heat over medium-low until the cream begins to bubble at the edges (do not boil).
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Turn off the heat and let the lavender steep in the cream for 5 minutes.
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Strain the lavender-infused cream directly over the white chocolate pieces.
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Melt the chocolate mixture in 15-second intervals in the microwave (or over a bain marie), stirring until completely smooth.
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Stir in the honey until incorporated.
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If using food coloring, add the drops and mix until a desired color is achieved.
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Pour the mixture into a clean shallow dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 3 hours or until firm.
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Once firm, scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch truffle balls.
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Dip each truffle in the melted or tempered white chocolate coating, then place on parchment to set.
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Refrigerate until fully hardened. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
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Culinary lavender is essential—do not use ornamental or non-food-grade lavender.
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For best texture, keep truffles chilled and allow them to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.
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Optional: garnish with edible flowers or a sprinkle of lavender buds.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Freezing Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
