Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are an easy and festive holiday treat that combines the soft, vanilla-flavored Christmas Tree Cakes with creamy cream cheese and a smooth white chocolate coating, finished with colorful red and green sprinkles for a festive look.
You’ll love these truffles because they require only a few simple ingredients, no baking, and come together quickly. The combination of cake and cream cheese creates a rich, smooth filling while the white chocolate shell adds a delightful sweet crunch. They make perfect bite-sized desserts or gifts for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 10 Little Debbie Chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes (from 2 packages)
- 1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 (10-oz.) packages white candy melts (about 4 cups)
- Green and red sprinkles, for garnish
- 1 (7-oz.) pouch red cookie icing
Instructions
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Unwrap the Christmas Tree Cakes and crumble them in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Pulse about 10 times until crumbly.
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Add softened cream cheese and beat on low speed until smooth (about 1 minute).
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Using a 2 teaspoon cookie scoop, portion dough into 1-inch balls. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze uncovered until firm (5 minutes).
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Roll dough balls smooth by hand (sticky dough, gloves recommended); refreeze until firm (10 minutes).
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Melt white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth (2-3 minutes).
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Dip each truffle using a fork into melted candy melts; scrape off excess chocolate on side of bowl. Return to parchment-lined sheet.
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While coating is wet, immediately add green and red sprinkles to decorate.
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Pipe curved lines with red cookie icing over truffles.
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Set aside about 15 minutes until coating is fully set before serving.
Tips for Success
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Use gloves when rolling sticky dough to make handling easier.
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Freeze truffles before and after smoothing for best texture and easier coating.
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Melt candy melts gently at half power, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
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Use a fork to dip truffles and scrape off excess chocolate neatly.
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Decorate truffles immediately after dipping before chocolate hardens.
Delicious Variations
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Substitute white candy melts with milk or dark chocolate melts.
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Use different sprinkles or edible glitter for festive customization.
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Swap red cookie icing for green or white for different looks.
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Add crushed peppermint to coating for extra festive crunch.
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Roll truffles in cocoa or powdered sugar as an alternative coating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead?
Yes, store completed truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Can I freeze the truffles?
Yes, freeze in single layers on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Can I use other flavors of Little Debbie cakes?
Yes, try different varieties but adjust cream cheese quantities as needed.
How do I keep coating smooth and shiny?
Temper the candy melts carefully and avoid overheating.
What if I don’t have a piping bag?
Use a resealable plastic bag and snip a small corner to pipe icing.
Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 30 truffles 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Festive no-bake treats blending vanilla Christmas Tree Cakes with cream cheese, coated in white chocolate, topped with red and green sprinkles and red icing drizzle. Creamy, sweet, and perfect for gifting or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
10 Little Debbie Chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes (2 boxes)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
20 oz white candy melts (about 4 cups)
Green and red sprinkles, for garnish
1 (7 oz) pouch red cookie icing
Instructions
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Prepare base: Unwrap the Christmas Tree Cakes. In a stand mixer with paddle attachment, pulse about 10 times until finely crumbled.
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Add cream cheese: Mix in softened cream cheese on low speed just until smooth, about 1 minute.
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Shape truffles: Using a 2‑teaspoon cookie scoop, portion dough into 1‑inch balls. Place on parchment‑lined baking sheet and freeze 5 minutes until firm.
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Smooth and chill: Roll each ball by hand until smooth (use gloves if sticky). Return to freezer for 10 more minutes.
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Melt coating: In a microwave‑safe bowl, melt white candy melts at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until fully smooth (2–3 minutes total).
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Dip truffles: Using a fork, dip each truffle in melted candy, scraping off excess. Set on parchment.
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Decorate: Immediately top with green and red sprinkles and pipe curved lines of red cookie icing over the coating.
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Set and serve: Let stand 15 minutes until coating hardens. Store chilled until ready to serve.
Notes
Chill and refreeze truffles between steps for easier dipping.
Melt candy melts on low power to avoid clumping.
Use fork for smooth dipping and clean edges.
Decorate while coating is wet for sprinkles to stick.
Store airtight in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake Treats
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/30 recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: christmas tree cake truffles, little debbie truffles, white chocolate truffles, festive holiday dessert, no bake sweets
